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SCVO
17th October 2020 admin

New head of leading charity revealed

Comes with wealth of voluntary sector experience

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SCVO
17th October 2020 admin

Your TFN October magazine is here

Have a peek at the new look TFN magazine

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17th October 2020 admin

Cliff Edge Welcomes Minister’s Commitment to Extend Welfare Mitigations But Concerns Remain Over Families Hit by Bedroom Tax and Benefit Cap

The Cliff Edge Coalition has welcomed the Minister for Communities commitment earlier this month to introduce new legislation to provide

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

Charities struggling to persuade public to act rapidly on environmental issues

Environmental charities are struggling to convince funders and the public to hand over their money

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

New president for SCVO

Former National Lottery Community Fund chair Maureen McGinn has been appointed to the role

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

Cyber security support for Scottish charities stepped up

Organisations can now access a free helpline for support and are being given the chance to assess how cyber resilient

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

Scots moving away from fast fashion

Shoppers are embracing second hand clothes as the movement against fast fashion grows

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

Ethical investment site launches

Social return for investment

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

Museums to recognise Scotland’s colonial and slavery history

An independent panel will look at how museums can better portray Scotland’s colonial past

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

New report calls for urgent action to tackle loneliness

A national campaign has said more must be done to help those facing isolation this winter

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

New activity pack launched for young Scots

Two organisations have teamed up to launch a pack to encourage young people across Scotland to get active

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

Clowning Around in schools

Hearts and Minds – the charity behind the Clowndoctors – is offering support to special education needs schools

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SCVO
16th October 2020 admin

Jobs blow for leading sector bodies

Income losses due to pandemic

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Uncategorized
16th October 2020 admin

Success in funding applications webinar resources and recording

On 14 October Lynn Kennedy from NICVA delivered a webinar on Success in Funding Applications as part of the CFNI

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Uncategorized
15th October 2020 admin

Making ‘relational’ real: Our experience of funding during Covid

They say moving to a new house is one of the most stressful things you can do. For others it’s

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SCVO
15th October 2020 admin

Student opportunity for charities

The University of Glasgow’s Internship Hub is looking to forge links with charities

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SCVO
15th October 2020 admin

Scouts complain to charity regulator over SNP advert

Charity said it rejected depiction because of its political nature

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SCVO
15th October 2020 admin

St Andrews launches £500k fundraiser

Income hammered this year

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SCVO
15th October 2020 admin

Cashback funding steers young away from crime

Supports 10-15 year olds who are at risk of offending

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SCVO
15th October 2020 admin

Child poverty spreading relentlessly through UK

New data provides stark warning for decision makers

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SCVO
15th October 2020 admin

Community at a time of social isolation

ADVERTISING FEATURE Umbrella Lane (UL) is dedicated to providing a holistic approach to meeting the needs of Sex Workers in

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Uncategorized
15th October 2020 admin

Governance round-up: October 2020

Trustees Week 2020: 2 – 6 November 2020 Trustees’ Week is an annual event showcasing the great work of the

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Charity says visits to care home residents will be a ‘huge boost

Age Scotland has welcomed Covid-19 visiting restrictions in care homes being eased

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Admin tasks costing Scots charities dear

Survey estimates true cost to charities

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Scots families plunged deeper into destitution and despair

Report exposes desperate plight of families “on-the-brink”

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Libraries offer loneliness lifeline

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Praise for housing staff during challenging times

Staff gone above and beyond

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Honours for voluntary sector heroes

The Queen’s Birthday Honours List was revealed at the weekend, and there was a focus on those who’ve supported the

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Probe launched on Scotland’s use of plastics

Ministers bid to cut down reliance on everyday plastics

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SCVO
14th October 2020 admin

Ending furlough will see rise in evictions and homelessness

More support needed as employment scheme comes to an end

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Uncategorized
13th October 2020 admin

How we set up a social prescribing service during lockdown

As in many areas, the Social Prescribing Link Worker role is new in Lytham St Anne’s Primary Care Network. Two

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SCVO
13th October 2020 admin

Ant and Dec to host assembly

The NSPCC is holding a Virtual Assembly to ensure children know they can access support if required

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SCVO
13th October 2020 admin

Big Issue highlights the plight of its sellers

The magazine has launched a new campaign looking at the support its sellers receive

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SCVO
13th October 2020 admin

Co-ops can lead community recovery

Co-op movement is key to coronavirus recovery

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SCVO
13th October 2020 admin

Faith leaders call for action on poverty

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SCVO
13th October 2020 admin

Charity that tackles isolation re-opens its doors

Give a Dog a Bone allows older people to meet each other and interact with dogs

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SCVO
13th October 2020 admin

World Mental Health Day ever more poignant after Covid-19 crisis

A social enterprise has issued a rallying call for people to take one day at a time and to reach

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13th October 2020 admin

VODG launches new member online platform to boost connectivity and collaboration

VODG is today delighted to launch our new Professional network groups and Discussion forums to better enable members to connect,

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WCVA
13th October 2020 admin

Environment Minister hears sector concerns on Covid-19, funding issues and governance

The voluntary sector recently met with the Minister for the Environment, Lesley Griffiths, to discuss the green recovery from Covid-19,

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WCVA
13th October 2020 admin

Have your say on Welsh Government’s 2021-22 draft Budget

We’re gathering your thoughts on the 2021-22 draft Budget, and more. The Finance Committee has launched its consultation on Welsh

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WCVA
12th October 2020 admin

Wales and the Shared Prosperity Fund: Priorities for the replacement of EU structural funding

Following the collection of evidence, the Welsh Affairs Committee’s ‘Wales and the Shared Prosperity Fund’ inquiry has now been published.

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SCVO
10th October 2020 admin

New mental health resource launches for citizens of Edinburgh

iThrive is an online space that contains information about mental health and wellbeing

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SCVO
10th October 2020 admin

Stars out for STV Children’s Appeal

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SCVO
10th October 2020 admin

Mary’s Meals feeds children facing hunger crisis in Zimbabwe

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Uncategorized
10th October 2020 admin

Get Safe Online Global 24

Over the last few years, use of the internet has grown exponentially around the world, driven by the need for

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SCVO
9th October 2020 admin

New name and vision for one of Scotland’s oldest charities

200 year old charity is renamed

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SCVO
9th October 2020 admin

Calls to simplify Gift Aid

Charities miss out on more than £500 million every year in unclaimed Gift Aid

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SCVO
9th October 2020 admin

Coping with stress during Covid-19

A new study has detailed the methods of how people are getting by during the coronavirus pandemic

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SCVO
9th October 2020 admin

Funding to boost health and wellbeing of young Scots

More than £700,000 has been awarded to organisations that offer vital support to young people

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SCVO
9th October 2020 admin

Benefits misery sees charities help families feed kids

Covid has accelerated poverty for families on benefits

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SCVO
9th October 2020 admin

Charity calls for step-change to tackle malnutrition among older Scots

A new study has highlighted the critical role played by third sector in identifying older age adults at risk of

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Uncategorized
9th October 2020 admin

Identifying and managing risk (CFNI) webinar recording

If you missed our webinar on Identifying and Managing Risk on 7 October 2020 you can watch it now via the link

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Uncategorized
9th October 2020 admin

Health Minister announces new Covid-19 surge plan for Northern Ireland

Health Minister Robin Swann has launched a new COVID-19 Surge Planning Strategic Framework for Northern Ireland.

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SCVO
8th October 2020 admin

Former rugby star becomes charity patron

Gareth Thomas has been appointed to the role at Terence Higgins Trust after speaking about being diagnosed with HIV

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SCVO
8th October 2020 admin

Scotland can take the lead on climate change

A new report says Scotland has work to do if it wants to meet ambitious emissions targets

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SCVO
8th October 2020 admin

Warm homes partnership announced

The Wise Group and Homes for Good will work together over the next three years to offer energy efficiency advice

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SCVO
8th October 2020 admin

Every child has a right to dream

A charity is fundraising to ensure children have suitable beds to sleep in

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Uncategorized
8th October 2020 admin

Building Back With: Involving communities in the Covid-19 response and recovery

UK public participation charity, Involve, have recently launched a handbook for Local Government on engaging purposefully and meaningfully with their

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Uncategorized
8th October 2020 admin

Feminist Recovery Plan Webinar Series

The Women’s Policy Group NI are hosting a webinar series examining specific subject areas of the COVID-19 Feminist Recovery Plan.

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WCVA
8th October 2020 admin

Tenancy Saver Loans now available from Credit Unions

WCVA is pleased to be running this new scheme with Welsh Government and Credit Unions of Wales. If Covid-19 has

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SCVO
7th October 2020 admin

Politicians should build on social cohesion

RNIB Scotland is calling on all political parties to build on the greater social cohesion that the coronavirus crisis has

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SCVO
7th October 2020 admin

Scots show support for refugees

An annual Red Cross fundraising drive for refugees has raised £1.5million

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SCVO
7th October 2020 admin

Covid causes devastation in social care support

Research shows people have experienced either a reduction or a complete withdrawal of social care support at home

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Uncategorized
7th October 2020 admin

About the Government’s Job Support Scheme

The Government has introduced the Job Support Scheme which will open on 01 November 2020 following the closure of the Coronavirus

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Uncategorized
7th October 2020 admin

Timetable for delivery of Social Inclusion Strategies published

The Communities Minister has published a timetable for the development and delivery of a suite of Social Inclusion Strategies.

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SCVO
6th October 2020 admin

Charity hands out 4m meals

FareShare Glasgow and the West of Scotland has provided vital supplies for the community since Covid-19 lockdown

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SCVO
6th October 2020 admin

Strategic grants to help Covid-19 response

Foundation Scotland has awarded over £1 million pounds through 13 new strategic response grants

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SCVO
6th October 2020 admin

Church takes action on climate change

Charities have welcomed the news that the Church of Scotland will move to zero net climate emissions within the next

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SCVO
6th October 2020 admin

Study gives stark poverty warning

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation has said more action is needed to meet child poverty targets, with Covid-19 exacerbating inequalities

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SCVO
6th October 2020 admin

Award-winning veterans project moves to new phase

The future of Unforgotten Forces has been secured with a £750,000 grant from the Scottish Government

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SCVO
6th October 2020 admin

Campaign calls out sexism in the media

The Media Mindful campaign will support girls and young women to challenge sexism and negative gender stereotypes in the media

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WCVA
6th October 2020 admin

The lifeblood of charity shops are its volunteers

Next week WCVA in partnership with the Charity Retail Association will be sharing stories from charity shop volunteers to attract

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WCVA
6th October 2020 admin

Trustees’ Week 2020 – Breaking down barriers to trusteeship

It’s nearly time for Trustees’ Week, the annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight opportunities

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WCVA
6th October 2020 admin

Weston Charity Awards 2021 are nearly here

Welsh charity leaders are being encouraged to take part in this survey ahead of the launch of the scheme. Business

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WCVA
6th October 2020 admin

What future does your community want?

We are looking for community organisations who want to support people in their communities to shape their future. We are

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Uncategorized
5th October 2020 admin

VODG appoints new trustees to its Board

VODG is today delighted to announce the appointment of two new trustees to its Board. Alyson Stapleton, head of care

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Uncategorized
5th October 2020 admin

Public Appointment: National Lottery Community Fund – Chair of Northern Ireland Funding Committee

Applications are sought for a new chair of the Northern Ireland Committee, who will also sit as a member of

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SCVO
3rd October 2020 admin

“Destructive” torching of grouse moors must be banned, say campaigners

Muirburn season starts – but charities want it stopped for good

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SCVO
3rd October 2020 admin

Baby charity faces fight for survival

Birth, Baby and Beyond could close within months due to a funding crisis

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SCVO
3rd October 2020 admin

Funding will create new emergency packs

Bethany Christian Trust will receive £100,000 to ensure vital Covid-19 support will continue

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SCVO
3rd October 2020 admin

Music and dementia campaign launched

The Musical Tea campaign will take place online to highlight the benefits music can have for people with dementia

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SCVO
3rd October 2020 admin

KitKat Fair Trade row

Campaigners have said the decision to move away from Fair Trade status will hit farmers hard

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SCVO
3rd October 2020 admin

Armed forces charity names new chief exec

Laura Falconer will succeed Colin Flinn as the chief executive of RCET: Scotland’s Armed Forces Children’s Charity

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Uncategorized
3rd October 2020 admin

Annual general meetings

Organisations that are due to hold an AGM in the autumn will be glad to hear that new temporary rules have come

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Uncategorized
3rd October 2020 admin

Our priorities in a changing world

A year ago, we set out to devise a new strategic direction for NCVO: with clear priorities and refreshed values.

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SCVO
2nd October 2020 admin

Campaigners hit out over homeless hotel deaths

Deaths related to drug use

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SCVO
2nd October 2020 admin

New name for abuse charity

Izzy’s Promise will now be known as Ritual Abuse Network Scotland (R.A.N.S.)

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SCVO
2nd October 2020 admin

Celebrate culture at Fun Palaces festival

Socially distanced events across Scotland are set to take place this weekend as part of a celebration of cultural projects

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SCVO
2nd October 2020 admin

Charities invited to apply for bumper funding boost

The between Postcode Recovery Fund will offer grants of between £500,000 and £1m for high impact and original projects

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2nd October 2020 admin

Fundraising in this new context: webinar recording and resources

On 30 September NICVA facilitated a ‘Fundraising in this new context’ webinar as part of the CFNI Accelerator Programme funded

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Uncategorized
2nd October 2020 admin

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) round-up: September 2020

Welcome to the second of our EDI Round-ups. Members of our internal EDI working group will take turns to share

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WCVA
2nd October 2020 admin

Delivery and Compliance update

The delivery and compliance group is made up of cross sector representatives involved in the delivery of European Social Fund

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Uncategorized
2nd October 2020 admin

‘Times like these’: 2020 voluntary sector and volunteering research conference: selected highlights

For the first time ever the annual Voluntary Sector and Volunteering Research Conference, held by VSSN, NCVO and BVSC on

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SCVO
1st October 2020 admin

Charity launches BOXtober campaign

Food Train is looking for individuals and businesses to sponsor vital supplies for older people

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SCVO
1st October 2020 admin

Covid-19 second wave health warning

Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland has said urgent action is needed to avoid health services facing constant crisis

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SCVO
1st October 2020 admin

Young people losing their aspirations

Four in 10 young Scots are worried they will never get a job as a result of the Covid-19 crisis

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SCVO
1st October 2020 admin

Lockdown increases stress in 90% of cancer patients

Charity calls for mental health to be prioritised in government’s recovery plan

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SCVO
30th September 2020 admin

STAR keeps on shining – despite the pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that one critical project which brings siblings together has had to close – temporarily at

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SCVO
30th September 2020 admin

Children’s charities launch rights’ guidance

Guidance will help nursery, primary and secondary school teachers, youth workers and other educators

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SCVO
30th September 2020 admin

RAF fund awards £20,000 to veterans support service

Asap has helped almost 16,000 members of the armed forces community since 2010

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