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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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Highland charity looks to a green future as it marks its 20th anniversary
The charity is now seeking to capitalise on the once-in-a-generation employment opportunities presented by long-term growth in renewable energy and construction
NEWS 17 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Just two weeks to go before meter switch-off which could leave thousands without energy
Matthew Lee: the clock is ticking for suppliers and the energy regulator Ofgem to fix this problem
OPINION 16 June 2025 by Dr Matthew Lee
 
Vital Scotland-wide organisation gains funding but is in fight for survival
Situation is "dire" says CEO
NEWS 16 June 2025 by Rab Armour
 
"An ardent champion of equality and justice": remembering Sir Geoff Palmer
Charity credits him with making it the "diverse and inclusive organisation it is today"
NEWS 13 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
"His loss is deeply felt": tributes paid to drugs campaigner
"Peter’s unwavering commitment to the health and dignity of people who use drugs was driven by his own experiences"
NEWS 13 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Charity support service for young victims of crime reaches 22 council areas
Glasgow sees highest number of referrals to Kibble’s pioneering SAFE Project 
NEWS 13 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Spending review: "little for charities" and "rolling out austerity"
Scottish sector responds to the chancellor's financial statement
NEWS 13 June 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Cash crisis means parents can't afford school uniforms
Collective is offering support for hard-pressed parents
NEWS 13 June 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Care workers march on Holyrood as demands fall on deaf ears
Staff "let down" by Scottish ministers
NEWS 11 June 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Another charity support service closes as running cost crisis deepens
New mums fear they have nowhere to turn
NEWS 11 June 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Not waving but drowning: Scotland's third sector is now in crisis
Outgoing CEO of Scottish SPCA warns of doomsday scenario facing an underfunded third sector
NEWS 10 June 2025 by Rab Armour
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TFN magazine's June edition is out now - read it all here!
New mag looks at SLAPPs, the horrors of Gaza, the Promise, the challenges facing small charities and much, much more
NEWS 10 June 2025 by Graham Martin
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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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