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CharitEpulse: Charity challenges - from grants to governance, and ‘charity’ CEO pay controversy

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

• The challenges faced by grant-making charities and the valuable lessons learned.

• The release of the Charity Investment Governance Principles – examining their purpose and necessity.

• A letter from the Charity Commission to the General Synod of the Church of England addressing safeguarding concerns.

• The controversy surrounding charity CEO salaries, with criticism of its biased reporting and lack of context, along with the Charity Commission’s inadequate response.

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CharitEpulse: From Gift Aid gaffes to a royal ruckus

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

• Gift Aid tribunal loss: A father and his three daughters, serving as trustees, lost a £420,000 gift aid tribunal due to improper circular transactions.

• Omaze – a force for good?: Concerns are raised surrounding Omaze’s regulation, transparency and risk to reputation.

• The King’s Foundation investigation: Formerly known as The Prince’s Foundation, an OSCR investigation reveals governance failures and misuse of donations.

• Charity Commission consultation: A discussion on the Charity Commission’s consultation regarding terrorist financing.

• Royal Society of Literature governance review: Insights into the governance review that led to leadership changes at the Royal Society of Literature.

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CharitEpulse: Charity scandals exposed — from pug rescue to Gift Aid fraud

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

• HMRC Gift Aid fraud: Clearer messaging is needed to protect the sector's reputation, even if such fraud is rare.

• Challenges in the charity retail sector: Decline in profits, increased NIC, and financial pressures leading to the closure of some charities.

• Place-based philanthropic strategy: Is the focus on community too narrow and restrictive? The trio critique Secretary of State for Culture Lisa Nandy's recent plans.

• Governance issues in charities: Recent cases of financial abuse in charities, particularly the Muffin Pug Rescue case. The panel stressed the importance of proper governance and timely submission of accounts to the Charity Commission.

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CharitEpulse: Fraud, banking woes, and leadership changes

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

• Gift Aid fraud case: Two sisters have been jailed for embezzling nearly half a million pounds in Gift Aid over six years while allegedly volunteering for a charity.

• Banking woes for charities: A report by the Civil Society group reveals 92% of charities encountered banking problems in the past two years, ranging from difficulties in updating mandates to a lack of understanding from bank staff.

• Captain Tom Foundation inquiry: The Charity Commission’s two-year investigation has uncovered unauthorised trustee benefits and fraudulent misrepresentation within the Captain Tom Foundation.

• Charity Commission changes: Orlando Fraser, chair of the Charity Commission, will step down in April. The search for a suitable successor is now underway.

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CharitEpulse: Post budget – what does this mean for charities?

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio delve into the implications of the recent budget on the charity sector and more:

• National insurance increase: With a £1.4 billion rise in national insurance contributions for charities, does this signal a neglect of the sector in light of ‘The Covenant’?

• Charity tax reliefs: The HMRC’s plans to restrict tax reliefs: a necessary safeguard or an overreaction?

• Whistle-blowing protections: What does the latest tribunal ruling mean for trustees?

• Trustee ‘crisis’: The National Council for Voluntary Organisations has highlighted a shortage of charity trustees. Is this truly a crisis, or could it be diverting attention from more pressing challenges?

• Refusing donations: The Chartered Institute of Fundraising’s stance on donation refusals prompts a discussion on the ethical implications of inconsistent decision-making based on a charity’s values and morals.

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CharitEpulse: Should every charity have a social media policy?

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

• A convent rather than a compact: will the proposed initiatives reset the sectors relationship with Government?
• Government/sector relations: MP Lisa Nandy’s announcement to restore charities to ‘centre of national life.’
• Reflections of a CEO: the outgoing RSPCA CEO shares insights on the challenges of meeting everyone’s expectations.
• Charities and social media: should every charity have a social media policy?
• Holiday season challenges: charities are preparing for a tough Christmas season due to the rising cost of stamps.

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Too precious, too disjointed, too defensive

Join the CharitEpulse hosts as they tackle the hot topics shaking up the sector:

• 700,000 charity trustees in the UK holding 1 million roles – revealed by the Charity Commission CEO!
• The Prime Minister’s bold new ‘covenant’ for charity partnerships.
• Growing concerns about reputational risks and brand damage.
• The financial challenges faced by grant-making charities.

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Super model behaviour: Posing the latest charity trends

In this edition of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

• Charity Governance Code – update from consultation – nearly 500 responses but no plans to impose charging to use the Code going forward
• Naomi Campbell’s charity ‘Fashion for Relief’ – three trustees disqualified – not model behaviour?
• Charity announces a 4-day week – will more charities follow suit?
• Government working with the sector – new covenant = old compact?
• Trusts & Foundations – pausing applications – redefining their role other than as an alternative to government funding?
• Decrease in charitable donations from the UK’s top 100 corporates – a cause for concern?

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From AI to the FCA

In this edition of CharitEpulse, the trio cover:

• Use of AI by charities – all good news?
• UK generosity– are donations falling?
• Principles of good decision-making – do you have 12 minutes to spare?
• Volunteering and the future of charity retail
• The banking challenge – will FCA intervention make a difference?

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Governance, philanthropy, tax and finance

In this edition of CharitEpulse our trio discuss:

• The first official warning given to a local authority following the Charity Commission Chief Executive’s open letter
• HMRC UK charity tax relief statistics, Gift Aid and G.A.Y.E. (give as you earn)
• Philanthropy & legacy giving – is more education needed to increase donations?
• De-banking of charities continues – or is it just AI?
• Challenging hospice finances leading to redundancies

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A summer round-up

In this edition of CharitEpulse our trio discuss:

• The increase in trust and confidence of charities
• A public reprimand of local authorities acting as charity trustees
• Dominant behaviour – is it always a bad thing?
• A(nother) new charities minister
• Is the Charity Governance Code too dry?

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Trustee disqualification, new Labour and procurement

A topical round up of the latest charity sector news from the recent Charity Commission trustee disqualification orders to a more detailed discussion of what the new Labour government will mean for charities – opportunities as well as potential issues. The trio also anticipate the new charity minister’s contributions, challenges of being a small charity, and complexities of procurement.

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Mysterious donations, HMRC demands, bonuses in the charity sector and election fever

Join the trio as they discuss the latest topical issues affecting the charity sector, as well as updates on recent events, developments and issues to be aware of.

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Campaigning, engaging with MPs and Charity Governance Code consultation

Following the announcement of the date of the general election, the trio discuss:

• What do charities need to know re campaigning?
• How should charities engage with MPs?
• And, what are the proposed changes, if any, to the Charity Governance Code?

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Agree to disagree?

How should charities manage internal disputes and ensure that their focus continues to be on delivering their charitable purposes?

In this edition, the trio discuss:

• Charity Governance Code consultation - initial reactions focus on payment for use.
• Financial matters – international accounting standards and added value from charity auditors and other professionals.
• Charities' resources – do rebrands offer value for money?
• Are charities leaving their cash assets languishing?

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Is time up for TikTok?

In the latest episode of CharitEpulse the trio discuss:

• Is time up for TikTok? With censorship and data concerns, should charities be using it?
• Social media, playing politics and the Charity Commission – is the Commission being consistent?
• “Leaders on Trial” – is excessive scrutiny discouraging charity leaders from prominent roles?

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Charities in 2024 and beyond – what to expect?

In this episode the trio discuss:

• Greater recognition of the work of the sector and its place in society
• Challenges in relation to funding cuts and future plans
• The role of the Charity Commission – can a regulator also be a champion?
• Agreeing to disagree – must charities always be ‘civil’?

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When is a conflict not a conflict and will a name change make a difference?

In this episode, the trio discuss:

• The Charity Commission – a new CEO and 5-year strategy
• When is it ok for a charity to lend its CEO £200,000?
• Charity mergers – should we be surprised by the numbers?
• Charities £2.4bn subsidy of the state – more than half of the governments Levelling Up Fund
• Reputational risks – will change of charity name make a difference?

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