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Charity Commission

Measuring public trust in charities: why the research matters

With the findings of this year’s public and trustee research fresh off the press, we sat down with Neal from our Strategic Policy Team, to discuss the purpose behind our research programme, how it’s evolved and the most …

Charity Commission

Small but mighty: the backbone of our sector

Small charities are the lifeblood of civil society: deeply embedded in their communities, trusted by those they serve, and often the first to respond when needs arise.

Charity Commission

What is a trustee and how do you become one?

Volunteering can be incredibly rewarding, and there are many ways to give your time to a good cause. One of the most impactful ways to get involved is by becoming a charity trustee.

Charity Commission

Let’s talk about conflicts of interest in charities

We sat down with one of our case managers, John, to talk about conflicts of interest – what they are, why they matter, and what charity trustees often get wrong.

Charity Commission

Good financial health starts with good financial habits

April marks the start of a new financial year for many – and for charity trustees, that makes it the perfect moment to take stock.

Charity Commission

How we’re helping trustees navigate their fundraising responsibilities

We’ve updated our guidance on fundraising (CC20) and emergency appeals guidance (CC40) to help trustees clearly understand their responsibilities, especially at a time when charities may need to work harder for donations…

Civil Society Media

Charities Aid Foundation consults staff on potential redundancies

Civil Society Media

Regulator opens case into Horniman Museum over misconduct allegations

Civil Society Media

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Civil Society Media

Rob Preston: External attacks on large charities damage the whole sector

Civil Society Media

Charities urged to act after PHP cybersecurity flaws found

Civil Society Media

Financial sustainability is chief source of pressure for charity leaders, research finds

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CFG articles about SORP 2026

Guides & resources

Practical explainers on the questions charities ask us most — written to stay useful, whenever you read them.

Regulation

The 2026 SORP and threshold changes, explained

A plain-English guide to the biggest shake-up to charity financial reporting in over a decade — the new three-tier SORP framework and the rising audit, examination and receipts-and-payments thresholds, and what they mean for your charity.

Fund accounting

Restricted funds: five mistakes we see again and again

Fund accounting trips up even experienced charity finance teams. We walk through the most common restricted-fund errors and how to keep your SOFA clean and your funders confident.

Leadership

When does your charity actually need a fractional CFO?

More than a bookkeeper, not yet a full finance director. We explore the signs that your organisation is ready for senior part-time financial leadership.

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