Charities Law Brief

I think my charity is in financial distress - what do I need to know?

Wednesday, 13 November 2024

What do you need to know if your charity faced financial distress? Understanding trustee responsibilities and key practical steps.

I think my charity is in financial distress - what do I need to know?

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Ofsted commence inspections of supported accommodation providers

Wednesday, 13 November 2024

In September 2024 Ofsted commenced inspections of supported accommodation provided for 16 and 17 year old care leavers and looked after children.

Ofsted commence inspections of supported accommodation providers

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Charities and cause-related marketing - commercial participators

Wednesday, 13 November 2024

Ensuring your cause-related marketing arrangements are transparent and comply with the law and good practice.

Charities and cause-related marketing - commercial participators

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Whistleblowing protections and charity trustees

Friday, 01 November 2024

In a recent decision, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has examined the application of whistleblowing protection to charity trustees.

Whistleblowing protections and charity trustees

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Navigating the challenges of founder charities

Tuesday, 02 July 2024

The UK's charity sector is renowned for its dynamism and diversity, with founder charities playing a pivotal role in injecting innovation and passion into the fabric of social good.

Navigating the challenges of founder charities

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Volunteer was a worker when undertaking remunerated activities

Tuesday, 02 July 2024

In a significant decision, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has found that a volunteer was a worker when carrying out activities that attracted a right of remuneration.

Volunteer was a worker when undertaking remunerated activities

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A reminder for charities to be alert to Copyright Infringement

Friday, 28 June 2024

Charities may inadvertently find themselves facing a claim for copyright infringement. Here's how you can avoid this.

A reminder for charities to be alert to Copyright Infringement

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Stamp Duty Land Tax Relief for Charities

Saturday, 02 March 2024

This article explains how charities can benefit from Stamp Duty Land Tax relief.

Stamp Duty Land Tax Relief for Charities

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Unilateral demotion was considered breach of employment in unfair dismissal claim

Friday, 01 March 2024

An Employment Tribunal was wrong to conclude that a band 6 NHS employee’s reassignment to a band 5 position following a restructure did not breach an express term of his contract of employment for the purposes of his unfair dismissal claim.

Unilateral demotion was breach of employment for purposes of unfair dismissal claim

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Upcoming changes to company law and Companies House requirements

Thursday, 29 February 2024

Charitable companies should be aware of changes to be introduced by Companies House. The changes will affect the information required for their confirmation statement.

Upcoming changes to company law and Companies House requirements

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Property considerations in a charity merger

Thursday, 29 February 2024

If your charity is planning a merger and you are currently leasing property from a Landlord, this article will help guide you through the process and inform you of what you can consider in the preparation for a proposed merger.

Property considerations in a charity merger

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Is one of your trustees on a UK Government sanctions list?

Thursday, 29 February 2024

The Charity Commission has recently shown a strict approach to charities that have a trustee who is a designated person on the UK Government financial sanctions list.

Is One of Your Trustees on a UK Government Sanctions List?

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UK General Election - rules on campaigning for charities

Thursday, 29 February 2024

In anticipation of a UK General Election in 2024, charities need to be aware of the electoral law requirements that affect their activities.

UK General Election - rules on campaigning for charities

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Why must the 'Captain Tom Foundation' building be demolished?

Thursday, 28 December 2023

Recently, the Planning Inspectorate rejected Captain Sir Tom Moore's family's planning appeal. As a result, they will need to demolish the 'Captain Tom Foundation Building'. In this article we explain the planning history behind the headlines.

Why must the 'Captain Tom Foundation Building' be demolished?

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New legislation to tackle economic crime and boost corporate transparency introduces major Companies House reforms

Thursday, 28 December 2023

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA), which became law on 26 October 2023, brings in reforms that will enhance Companies House's powers.

New legislation to tackle economic crime and boost corporate transparency introduces major Companies House reforms

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