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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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Charity report sparks calls for Scottish Government to lead on recognition of unpaid care
The discussion paper looks at how the over-reliance on GDP warps governments’ priorities.
NEWS 3 August 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Government backs huge social housing housing development
Much needed affordable homes
NEWS 3 August 2023 by Robert Armour
 
New report calls for urgent action to defend UK’s democratic space
Leading civil society groups have used a new report to call for the not-for-profit sector to take a leadership role.
NEWS 2 August 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Olympian backs sport to improve mental health
One of Scotland's greatest living athletes supports new campaign
NEWS 2 August 2023 by Robert Armour
 
'Pillars' for digital inclusion 
A new paper has been published which presents a framework for digital inclusion in health and social care.
OPINION 1 August 2023 by Dr Tara French and Aaron Slater
 
New service for young people with sight and hearing loss launches in Dundee
It provides baby sensory groups and activities for children and young people up to the age of 19.
NEWS 25 July 2023 by Niall Christie
 
Charity warns about cyberscams increase
Consumer group reports sharp rise in scams
NEWS 25 July 2023 by Robert Armour
 
Demand outstriping demand as Dundee charity forced to curtail services
Community organisations are becoming vital as costs soar
NEWS 24 July 2023 by Robert Armour
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Crowdfunder boosts battered morale of sacked 13th Note staff
Union claims owner Jacqueline Fennessy is using tit-for-tat tactics
NEWS 21 July 2023 by Robert Armour
 
Capturing LGBTQ+ history delivers hope for the future  
"No matter your age, the need for connection, community and somewhere safe where you can just be yourself and be loved for who you are is the same
OPINION 20 July 2023 by Dr Mhairi Crawford
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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