Tag: Policy

Martyn’s Law: A New Standard for Risk, Resilience and Accountability
Martyn’s Law: A New Standard for Risk, Resilience and Accountability

How is Martyn’s Law reshaping organisational preparedness? Following the introduction of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act, the Home Office released statutory guidance in April 2026 outlining expectations for preparedness […]
Six Essential Policies to Help Charities Meet Emerging Challenges
Six Essential Policies to Help Charities Meet Emerging Challenges

Charities are operating in an increasingly complex environment, facing rising expectations around governance, staff wellbeing, safeguarding and the responsible use of technology. As these pressures grow, keeping organisational policies up […]
Consultation Response from The Fundraising Regulator to ICO Consultation on New ‘Charitable Purposes Soft Opt-In’ Rules
Consultation Response from The Fundraising Regulator to ICO Consultation on New ‘Charitable Purposes Soft Opt-In’ Rules

The Fundraising Regulator responded to the Information Commissioner’s Office’s (ICO) consultation on new ‘charitable purpose soft opt-in’ rules to support fundraising. The consultation outlined the ICO’s approach to how charities […]
Charity Shake-Up: New Rules from November to Charities Act and Accounting Changes in 2026
Charity Shake-Up: New Rules from November to Charities Act and Accounting Changes in 2026

The Charity Commission has announced forthcoming changes for charities. Changes will include Part of the Charities Act 2022 (coming from 27th November) and changes to charity reporting and accounting (coming […]
Charity Governance Code 2025: What’s Changed and What It Means for Trustees
Charity Governance Code 2025: What’s Changed and What It Means for Trustees

The 2025 edition of the Charity Governance Code builds confidently on the strengths of its 2024 predecessor, offering a more refined structure while keeping its core principles intact. Let’s unpack […]
New Code of Fundraising Practice Webinar
New Code of Fundraising Practice Webinar

From 1 November 2025, the new Code of Fundraising Practice (the code) comes into effect. To help you and your organisation prepare, The Fundraising Regulator are hosting a free, interactive […]
Does Your Charity Have a Role to Play in Suicide Prevention?
Does Your Charity Have a Role to Play in Suicide Prevention?

The Charity Commission are raising awareness amongst registered charities of new NHS England guidance for all mental health practitioners in England, working across public, private and charity sectors. The new […]
Saying Thank You to The Right People
Saying Thank You to The Right People

It is important that you remember to say thank you to your supporters, as this is the most common reason why supporters stop making donations to your cause and/or organisation. […]
Risk Insight: Risk Assessments for Local Community Organisations
Risk Insight: Risk Assessments for Local Community Organisations

As many local councils, charities and not-for-profit organisations begin to re-open their indoor and outdoor facilities, there is an increasing emphasis on decisions being made based on local risks. A […]
Charity Commission Issues Insolvency Advice
Charity Commission Issues Insolvency Advice

Charities in financial distress will have access to new rules on insolvency, which have been rushed through parliament in the last month. The Charity Commission has issued guidance reminding charities […]
Cyber Security: Charity Guide
Cyber Security: Charity Guide

In March 2018 the Charity Commission supported the National Cyber Security Centre in the development of the first, dedicated cyber security guide for charities. Charities are not immune to cyber-crime and the […]