REDP: Risk information published for small charities

Regional Equality & Diversity Partnership

Risk information published for small charities

Date: 1/7/2011
Summary: The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, has published web pages on risk designed specifically for small charities.

The new pages provides 10 questions that small charities should ask themselves to avoid problems, which cover areas including making sure the charity is working in line with its governing document, ensuring all trustees are properly appointed, how to assess risk and the importance of preparing accounts and trustee reports. The pages also cover simplified risk management for small charities as well as how small charities can avoid typical risks.

The new pages are part of the Commission’s web-based resource area for small charities, whether they are above or below the £5,000 registration threshold. The resource area includes guidance on setting up small charities and running them, including a copy of the small charities constitution.

For further information visit www.charitycommission.gov.uk/Charity_requirements_guidance/Specialist_guidance/Small_charities

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