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Beware entering into "novel, contentious and repercussive" transactions without DfE approval
Seeking DfE consent for ‘Novel, Contentious and Repercussive’ transactions is vital.
Charities as vulnerable to fraud as ever
Two high-profile cases have shone the spotlight once again on charity fraud, says Stef Smith of Lovewell Blake’s Charities team
New voluntary organisation banking guide is a welcome step forward
With many charities reporting problems when it comes to banking, a newly-published voluntary organisation banking guide is a step in the right direction, says Stef Smith of Lovewell Blake’s Charities team.
ESFA updates guidance on academy trusts' reserves policies
The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) has issued updated guidance for academy trusts on the subject of reserves policy – and trustees should be familiarising themselves with the new advice before taking decisions about the levels of reserves held within their trust.
Charities urged not to leave new Annual Return completion until the last minute
Charities are being urged not to delay completing their statutory Annual Returns, as a new format means that the task will require more time and input than in previous years.
Landmark supreme court rates relief judgement could be ‘game-changer’ for local charities
A recent Supreme Court case could prove to be a game-changer for some charities – as it has clarified the position on Mandatory Rates Relief (MRR) for charities, and will make it much easier for them to challenge local authorities which reject their MRR applications.
Charity trustees and managers learn 12 key steps to good financial management at free masterclass
A dozen key indicators are vital to ensure a charity is being well managed financially – that was the message taken away by representatives from more than 20 Norfolk charities at the latest in a series of Charity Masterclasses being presented by Lovewell Blake.