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WEBNEWS 17 September 2024 by Niall Christie. Relief as charity-run college to remain open for another year. The operators of Corseford College, Capability Scotland, have been awarded £340,000. NEWS 17 September 2024 by Niall Christie. Pith o’ sense, an’ pride o’ worth. Sponsored content: nominations for The Robert Burns Humanitarian Award ...
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WEBTFN 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. Latest News. Conference will celebrate the best of Scottish fundraising.
20 inspiring Scottish social entrepreneurs - TFN - Third Force News
WEBMay 16, 2017 · 20 inspiring Scottish social entrepreneurs. 1. Susan Aktemel – Chief executive, Homes for Good. Languages graduate Susan Aktemel is one of Scotland’s original social entrepreneurs, having launched Impact Arts as a sole trader with a social product in 1994, when the term was barely known.
Development trusts are transforming Scottish communities
WEBJul 4, 2016 · Registration number SC003558. Development trusts are transforming Scottish communities. A new report examining three Scottish development trusts has found they make a positive contribution to their local economy and society. People who are taking control of the development of their own communities in Scotland have a …
Eleven UK charities fined for breaching data laws - TFN
WEBApr 5, 2017 · The 11 charities fined for the breach. The International Fund for Animal Welfare – £18,000. Cancer Support UK – £16,000. Cancer Research UK – £16,000. The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association – £15,000. Macmillan Cancer Support – £14,000. The Royal British Legion – £12,000. The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ...
Calls made for a review of charity audit threshold in Scotland
WEBAug 2, 2024 · Calls made for a review of charity audit threshold in Scotland. Charities in England and Wales with annual incomes of £1 million or more are required to complete an audit but this is triggered at £500,000 in Scotland. The audit threshold for charities in Scotland should be increased to help smaller groups struggling due to the rising costs ...
First steps taken to end food poverty in Scotland - TFN
WEBNov 2, 2015 · Registration number SC003558. First steps taken to end food poverty in Scotland. Ayrshire communities will trial a unique approach to tackling food poverty. An innovative third sector scheme will pioneer a Scotland-wide drive to eradicate food poverty. The new project, which will provide meals advice, support and mentoring in …
Scottish Government to scrap universal winter fuel payments for ...
WEBAug 14, 2024 · A leading charity for older people has expressed their disappointment in the Scottish Government’s decision to follow in the footsteps of Westminster and scrap universal winter fuel payments for pensioners. The introduction of a replacement Scottish benefit has also been delayed, ministers confirmed. Plans …
Asthma UK and British Lung Foundation announce merger - TFN
WEBDec 11, 2019 · The move is expected to reduce running costs by £2 million a year. Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation have agreed on a merger that is expected to reduce running costs.
Unpaid carers' physical and mental health suffers significant decline
WEBNov 1, 2021 · A survey of 1,200 unpaid carers has revealed a significant decline in their health and wellbeing. Vocal, Voice of Carers Across Lothian, released the results of its 2021 Carer Survey, conducted jointly with partner agencies and ScotInform. Over 1,200 carers looking after someone in Edinburgh and Midlothian shared their views and experiences.
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