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Uneven ground

The Law Commission's recommendations on clarifying the legal basis for charity's to make social investments should be implemented without fail, says Darren Hooker  

Law Commission clarifies legal framework for social investment by charities

Commission recommends specific statutory power for trustees

Wiggle room for charitable foundations

Darren Hooker considers the extent to which charitable sports clubs can provide support to professional athletes

A sporting chance: how sweat and exertion matter

Darren Hooker examines the different meanings of sport for tax and charitable purposes

Charity law update

Sarah Clune considers the impact of significant changes to lobbying guidance, tax avoidance, conflicts of interests and human rights in the charity sector

Who is affected by the decisions of the Charity Commission?

It can be a question of fact rather than a question of law, argues Stephen Roberts

Standing on firm ground

Kenneth Dibble explores how the First-tier tribunal's decision in respect of Bath Rec recognises the important role the Charity Commission has in providing for the effective regulation of charitable community assets

Jersey focus | In good hands

With philanthropic opportunities aplenty, it's surprising that Jersey has to further raise its charitable profile, says Julian Hayden