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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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National Care Service delayed by Scottish Government
The statement outlined the First Ministers future plans in Government, including a number of legislative announcements. 
NEWS 18 April 2023 by Niall Christie
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Very deep poverty now a factor for many low income Scots
Charity states 150,000 more now living at this level
NEWS 18 April 2023 by Robert Armour
 
Housing champion appoints finance and strategy chief
Heather joined the independent living specialists in 2018 and this will be her third role within the organisation.
NEWS 18 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
First Minister must prove he isn’t timid on tax, say campaigners  
Campaigners are calling for Humza Yousaf to outline how he intends to kick-start tax reform
NEWS 18 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
TFN magazine's April edition is out now - read it here
New mag looks at active travel, dormant trusts, and the best fundraising options for your charity.
NEWS 17 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Mental health crisis warning as cost of living surges
59% of people in Scotland say the cost of living crisis is impacting their mental health.
NEWS 17 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Angus enterprise proves every little helps
In a small town in Angus, big things are happening
OPINION 14 April 2023 Guest post
 
Refugees to have voice in Scotland’s Covid-19 Inquiry
The independent process will include views from academics, charities and other experts.
NEWS 14 April 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Equality organisations welcome decision to challenge UK Government
The Bill was passed overwhelmingly in Holyrood last year but the Tory Government at Westminster blocked the proposals.
NEWS 13 April 2023 by Niall Christie
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New members appointed to Scotland’s Just Transition Commission
Members drawn from industry, business and finance, trade unions, environmental and community groups, and academia serve on the Commission. 
NEWS 12 April 2023 by Niall Christie
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a look at how the sector is progressing in inclusion, diversity, equality and environmentalism - what more can be done to further these aims, featuring a wealth of expert opinion, advice and reflection.

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