Charities

Articles

24 Sept 2014

Law Commission clarifies legal framework for social investment by charities

Commission recommends specific statutory power for trustees

24 Sept 2014

Wiggle room for charitable foundations

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

27 Aug 2014

A sporting chance: how sweat and exertion matter

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

29 Jul 2014

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

2 Jul 2014

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

5 Jun 2014

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

12 May 2014

Jersey focus | In good hands

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

29 Apr 2014

Charity law update

With charities set to be penalised for carrying out legitimate campaigns and the commission having to over-report to satisfy parliament, there is little good news for the sector, says Vicki Bowles