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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Charity sees counselling sessions increase as abuse and exploitation is on the rise
Data reveals a 19% rise in sessions
NEWS 27 October 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Sixty acre crop of blueberries goes to charities
Farmer says they are no longer economically viable
NEWS 27 October 2022 by Robert Armour
 
LGBT+ campaigners to gather in support of gender reform
There will be speeches starting at 12.45, including from MSPs from the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Greens on why they support the reforms, as well as from trans people themselves.
NEWS 26 October 2022 by Niall Christie
 
Charities announces plans for food crisis summit
The Larder has warned that many people this winter will not be able to feed themselves and their families on a daily basis.
NEWS 26 October 2022 by Niall Christie
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Campaigners welcome council move to divest from fossil fuels
It says the fund should produce an annual report on its fossil fuel investments and a clear strategy to divest from coal, oil and gas companies.
NEWS 26 October 2022 by Niall Christie
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Staff push for community outreach from bosses
Pilotlight, the pro bono charity, defines a ‘workout culture’ as one where employers build a stronger, more progressive culture
NEWS 25 October 2022 by Niall Christie
 
Housing group helps tenants claim back £5m
Benefits advisors have helped more than 3,600 tenants
NEWS 25 October 2022 by Robert Armour
 
New campaign urges public to buy social this Christmas
Gift directory brings together hundreds of products
NEWS 25 October 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Health charities urge government to take social prescribing seriously
The undervalued process can improve outcomes for people by giving them choice and control
NEWS 25 October 2022 by Robert Armour
 
Carers' leave one step closer to legislation
Landmark bill will bolster the rights of carers
NEWS 25 October 2022 by Robert Armour
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