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Charity Commission meeting considers formal trustee training

25 May 2012 | Jonathan Last

Attendees at the Charity Commission’s public meeting yesterday debated the merits of formal training for charity trustees.

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King Edward VII and Queen Mary School, Lancashire

The Charity Tribunal has upheld the Charity Commission’s decision to allow two independent schools in Lancashire to merge, but directed the regulator to amend the scheme underpinning the merger so that the schools cannot profit by using the premises for anything other than educating local children.

BIS consultation on volunteer-led events criticised

A consultation launched by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills has been criticised for its short timescale, poorly-written brief, and duplication of existing Cabinet Office research on volunteering.

Missing People plans to use Twitter to find child runaways

Missing People is hoping to track down missing children using Twitter.

Members of the company outside the RSC rehearsal space in Stratford

A theatre company run by war veterans charity Stoll has partnered with the Royal Shakespeare Company Open Stages Programme.

The effect of the mere presence of a regulatory body is a 'double edged sword' - it may provide reassurance but it also illustrates that charities can't manage themselves - so - I suspect that the simple presence of a watchdog is likely to have a neutral influence on public trust and confidence.

» Over half of public have not heard of Charity Commission, survey finds

Risk guide launched for charities going through structural changes

Charity insurance specialist Ecclesiastical has published a risk guide for charities which are undertaking structural changes or changing business models, including those collaborating or merging.

Saleh Saeed CEO Disasters Emergency Committee copyright Islamic Relief

The Disasters Emergency Committee has appointed Saleh Saeed as chief executive to take over when current CEO, Brendan Gormley steps down in September.

Bromley resident, Judith Hope

Peter Lewis has criticised Bromley Council for its decision to oust Scope from clothing recycling bins on its property, in favour of a private company.

Sir Stuart Etherington, CEO, NCVO

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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