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Government's work to cut red tape deserves credit, says NCVO chief

22 May 2012 | Tania Mason

The NCVO has said the government should be applauded for the progress it has made on implementing Lord Hodgson’s advice on ways to cut red tape for charities.

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Government's work to cut red tape deserves credit, says NCVO chief

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