3 mins
05 Nov 2026
Proposed new powers for the Charity Commission to tackle extremism
Conduct outside a charity role could become grounds for trustee disqualification under proposed new powers to tackle extremism - we explore the implications.
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Our charity law blog gives up to date news on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting the charity sector.
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5 mins
02 Nov 2026
Charity fraud in 2026: An increasingly complex risk landscape
Charity Fraud Awareness Week highlights the evolving fraud risks charities face, from cybercrime and identity fraud to fundraising and Gift Aid fraud.
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3 mins
27 Oct 2026
Charities and subscriptions: Exception to the rule?
The cultural and heritage exception to the new DMCCA subscription contracts regime has important implications for charities offering memberships. We examine the scope of the exception, the need to review membership arrangements and the position on Gift Aid.
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3 mins
15 Sep 2026
Trustee duties in the age of AI: What charity boards need to know
How can charity trustees use AI responsibly? We explore key duties, risks and practical steps charities should take now.
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2 mins
15 Sep 2026
Upward-Only Reviews Bill: What charities need to know when it comes to rent
New Upward-Only Review reforms could impact charities when it comes to rent. Learn what the changes mean and how to prepare.
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4 mins
08 Sep 2026
SORP 2026 sustainability reporting requirements: Key considerations for charities
Key insights from the Charity Sustainability Network on SORP 2026 sustainability reporting requirements and how charities can prepare for future disclosures.
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03 Sep 2026
Subscription contracts regime: What charities need to do before 1 January 2027
The government has confirmed that the new subscription contracts regime under the DMCCA will take effect in January 2027.
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3 mins
10 Aug 2026
The EHRC Code of Practice and charities
What does the updated EHRC Code of Practice mean for charities? Explore the key changes and practical implications for charity employers and trustees.
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1 mins
28 Jul 2026
ERA 2025: Is your charity ready for the October 2026 changes?
With the Employment Rights Act 2025 introducing a wide range of reforms, it can be difficult for charity employers to know where to begin.
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3 mins
14 Jul 2026
What does the 2026 public trust in charities research mean for charity leaders?
The Charity Commission’s latest research into public trust in charities offers valuable insights into what drives confidence, support and engagement across the sector in 2026.
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3 mins
01 Jul 2026
Tribunal confirms no whistleblowing protection to charity trustees
The Employment Tribunal has delivered its latest judgment in MacLennan v British Psychological Society, confirming that charity trustees are not “workers” and are not entitled to whistleblowing protection.
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2 mins
01 Jul 2026
Crime and Policing Act 2026: Implications for charities
The Crime and Policing Act 2026 significantly extends corporate criminal liability for charities, building on the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA).
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