The offer of cash to UK addicts who agree to be sterilised by a US charity is so wrong Suzie Who barely knows where to begin.

The dilemma facing GirlGuiding Scotland is fascinating. We are all used to watching charities struggle with whether or not to accept donations from certain companies whose motivations may not be entirely honourable, but it is rare to see this kind of debate over legacy pledges.

I hear on the grapevine that Disasters Emergency Committee has appointed a fundraising manager. And in a shock move they have selected someone with no experience of fundraising.

It is encouraging to see so many charities make it into the line up of best companies to work for, but for many fundraisers disillusionment can come as part of the job.