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Law & Governance

Case study:

How a local group became a charity

The Tatton Community Association proceeded slowly when it applied for charitable status.

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Expert view:

Direct marketing - Engaging donors is all in the mind

The popularity of neuro-linguistic programming, or NLP, has grown rapidly over the past decade. Born out of psychological studies in the early 70s, it provides a set of techniques for enhancing communication and personal influence as well as behavioural and emotional change. Entertainers Derren Brown and Paul McKenna use it, and in business it's used to develop sales techniques.

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Viewpoint:

Why privacy is often the best policy

Being open with your personal details can have unwanted consequences for trustees.

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Trustee talk:

The reluctant chair of the board

Pam Stewart, chair of Urban Forum, discusses her unexpected appointment with Paul Jump.

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Regulation with Rosie:

When to register with the regulator

The Charity Commission's Rosie Chapman on when to register with the regulator.

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Keep it legal:

Incorporation

If an unincorporated charity owns or occupies property, employs staff or enters into contracts with third parties, its trustees should consider incorporation in order to reduce the risks of a claim being made against them as individuals.

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