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Text Giving

The Phone-paid Services Authority has reported that charity giving by text message has fallen in 2016/17 compared to 2015/16.

Community Life Survey

The Department of Culture, Media and Sport has published their annual survey of community life and engagement.

Charity SORP

The SORP committee have been reviewing recent updates to Financial Reporting Standards and considering whether a new SORP is required.

Converting an Incorporated Charity to a CIO

Following a number of delays, the Government has published draft legislation which provides a pathway for conversions to Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIO).

Fundraising Preference Service

The Fundraising Preference Service (FPS) launched in July 2017.

Private Site Fundraising Rule Book

The FR has published rules on fundraising on private sites such as supermarkets, shopping centres and other similar sites.

Fundraising Code of Practice

The Fundraising Regulator (FR) has updated the code of practice to incorporate changes in six key areas.

Fraud and Cybercrime

Cyber security continues to be an area where regulators are keen to ensure that charities are being proactive in considering risks.

Independent Examinations

The CCEW has published revised guidance as to how the independent examination of a charity should be undertaken.