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This guidance for charities explains the automatic disqualification rules.
Find out how to plan, run and keep a record of charity meetings.
Guidance explains what independent examination involves, how to select an independent examiner for your charity and what you need to do to prepare for an independent examination.
Settle disputes between your charity's trustees, staff or members to avoid putting your charity’s funds and users at risk.
How to raise funds effectively and legally, protecting the public’s trust and confidence in your charity’s work.
When charities can trade, tax rules and when to trade through a separate company.
How to request an account, and access to different services or additional charities.
How to follow the law if you sell alcohol at a charity event, including when you need to pay tax.
How to recruit and manage volunteers for your charity, including the vetting process, paying expenses, role descriptions and insurance.
Charity Commission guidance on the legal requirement that charities provide public benefit.
How charities can hold, move and receive funds in the UK and internationally using formal banking systems and other methods.
Choose a unique name that people will remember when they want to make a donation or to volunteer.
What charities need to consider when campaigning or engaging in political activity. Also includes guidance about Elections and Referendums.
Guidance for auditors and independent examiners about the statutory duty to report any matters of significance to charity regulators in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
How to link charities to make accounting and reporting easier.
As a new charity trustee, this guide will help you in your role. It can also be used by existing trustees to refresh knowledge and skills.
How to run your charity for the public benefit.
Guidance about working in collaboration with other charities.
Find out how to change your charity’s financial year (or financial period).
Follow employment laws and plan for risks when employing paid workers at your charity.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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