My role

My role includes advising local, national and international charities on all aspects of charity law, with a particular focus on governance, structural and contractual matters, including charity formation and regulation, trading and subsidiaries, as well as funding and grant agreements, collaborations, group structures, charity mergers and re-organisations. I also liaise with the Charity Commission on behalf of clients on regulatory and compliance issues.

My experience

I have been at Anthony Collins Solicitors for over 10 years, working in the charities team, supporting clients on a range of concerns and issues. I have a good understanding of how the Charity Commission works and what clients need to do to stay compliant. I also support my colleagues and clients in other sectors, advising on governance arrangements for trust schools and academies.

My specialisms

  • Charity law
  • Governance
  • Structural and contractual issues
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Charities monthly round-up October 2021

Recent changes to government Covid-19 guidance in England and Wales has led to some key developments for the voluntary sector, particularly as charities look towards the winter months.

Charities fortnightly round-up 21
Charities fortnightly round-up 21

The Prime Minister announced on Tuesday 22 September a new range of restrictions to protect us from the Covid crisis, some of which will apply to charities.

Charities weekly round-up 8
Charities weekly round-up 8

To help our charity clients look to the future, we summarise key guidance and updates over the last week.

Charities weekly round-up – 4
Charities weekly round-up – 4

As the weeks go on, we are finding new ways to keep connected and celebrate holidays and festivals together. Charities are leading the way with some great fundraising ideas.

The Nuts and Bolts of Good Governance
The Nuts and Bolts of Good Governance

So what are those nuts and bolts? We highlight some key issues for charity trustees below. Understanding your Governing Document, Duties and Responsibilities  It is still the case that many trustees are unfamiliar with the governing document of their charity.

Charities and the transparency of lobbying

September 2014 New rules on political campaigning have been brought in under the Lobbying Act, and now further  guidance from the Electoral Commission has been published (see links below) as to how non-party campaigners (individuals or organisations that campaign in elections but are not standing as political parties or candidates) are affected.

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