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Charity Finances - Why Financial Controls are So Important

19 Dec, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

Financial controls are the policies and procedures that protect your charity’s resources and ensure they’re used appropriately. These measures help prevent fraud, errors and mismanagement.

Avoid Penalties: A Guide to Submitting Charity Accounts

03 Dec, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

Submitting your charity accounts might seem like a daunting task, but it’s absolutely essential for keeping your organisation compliant, building trust with funders, and being transparent with the public. Whether you’re running a small charity or managing a larger one, this guide will help you navigate the process, avoid common mistakes, and make the most of expert help if you need it. 

Stop Scams UK - Call 159

28 Nov, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

If you think someone is trying to trick you into handing over money or personal details – stop, hang up and call 159 to speak directly to your bank.

Understanding Conflicts of Interest and the Role of Connected Persons in Charities and Social Enterprises

21 Nov, 2024by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Information, advice and guidance

A conflict of interest arises when a person involved in decision-making for an organisation has competing personal, professional, or financial interests that could influence, or appear to influence, their decisions.

Rural Housing: what can we take from the budget?

18 Nov, 2024by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Information, advice and guidance

Increasing the supply of affordable housing is a central part of the Government’s desire to drive growth in the economy but will it reach us here in rural Norfolk?

Charity Commission campaign to support charity Trustees

18 Nov, 2024by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

In October, the Charity Commission launched a campaign to support charity trustees, helping them refresh their knowledge on essential trustee duties.

Budget Challenges and Opportunities for the Voluntary Sector

15 Nov, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance, News Article

With the Autumn Budget finally announced, many in the voluntary and community sector are looking closely at how these updates will affect the work they do and the people they serve, especially in rural communities. This year’s budget brings with it some new funding initiatives, but also a few challenges, particularly for voluntary sector organisations, already stretched thin by rising costs and demand.  

Worried about energy costs? Here’s how to be in the know

12 Nov, 2024by Steve NunnEnergy Prices, Information, advice and guidance, News Article

We’re delivering free advice and awareness sessions for consumers, where you can find out how to be more energy efficient by making small changes in the home, and where you can get additional support.  

Trustees Week: Ensuring Charity Funds Serve Their Purpose

04 Nov, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

It's Trustees Week (4th - 8th November)! As we celebrate trustees and their invaluable contributions to the charity sector, we also want to emphasise the importance of ensuring that charity funds are used responsibly and in line with the charity's mission and purposes.

Advice Week 2024

21 Oct, 2024by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

Today marks the start of Advice Week, a time to celebrate the role that advice services like ours play in supporting the organisations and groups that shape and strengthen our communities.

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