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Podcast
The Purpose Pod: Cancer Awareness Trust – transforming every individual’s cancer journey
In this episode Lee and Andlyn speak to Tony Colville, managing director of The Cancer Awareness Trust, and Fiona Debney, legal director and head of our not for pro…
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Article
Trade unions and charities: is recognition the new norm?
In January 2023 the Joseph Rowntree Foundation recognised Unite the Union in what has been hailed as a landmark move; few charities are reported to have a recognise…
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Article
The Charity Commission and its use of official warnings
This article looks at how the Charity Commission uses official warnings – something trustees may need to be aware of.
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Article
Ethical investment and charities
As an individual if you wish to invest in an ethical investment with a low rate of return you may do so. But can you take that same decision if you are a trustee?
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Article
From prevention to response: charities need a structured approach to fraud
Instances of fraud in the charity sector are becoming more frequent and sophisticated. It is crucial that charities implement robust record keeping, financial contr…
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Article
How should charities interact with digital assets?
This article looks at how charities interact with the increasing world of digital currencies and NFTs.
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Article
Charity Commission looking forward
The Charity Commission are going through a formal consultation process concerning changes they wish to make to the annual return required from a charity who has an …
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Article
Not-for-profit case law update
This article looks at the latest case law surrounding the not-for-profit sector and what trustees may need to consider.
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Article
How can I claim relief on my charitable giving?
This article looks at how charities can claim relief. Including Gift Aid, Pay Roll giving as well as the obligation to keep a record.
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Article
The importance of risk assessments
Trustees are under a duty to act in the best interests of their beneficiaries but must act to ensure that the charity operates correctly.