07-08-2020
10 August: Laura de Poitiers, financial controller of AIM-listed plc Escape Hunt, tells ICAEW Insights how the business coped through COVID, about her work in the charity sector and the benefits of ACA training.
Using electronic signatures
This helpsheet has been issued by ICAEW’s Technical Advisory Service to inform members what they need to take into considerations when using electronic signatures to sign reports and documents.
15-07-2020
Daniel Chan, Senior Manager at PwC, will explore the current state of the charity sector, including insights from New Philanthropy Capital's State of the Sector 2020 programme which captures where we stood as the COVID-19 crisis hit - in the final few months of calm before the storm.
01-07-2020
View the articles from the July/August edition of Audit & Beyond.
Important reporting updates for charity auditors
Updated guidance on reporting duties for charity auditors and independent examiners has been issued that requires prompt action.
An introduction to using electronic signatures to sign an audit report
Many auditors are working from home during the COVID-19 lockdown, and this presents logistical challenges for the signing of the auditor’s reports on financial statements.
04-06-2020
This guide highlights a number of key issues arising from COVID-19 that may require consideration in connection with trustees’ annual reports and accounts for charities.
03-06-2020
The Charity Commission updates its guidance on Serious Incident Reporting to trustees to cover the context of COVID-19 including its financial impact on may charities.
Tax charities respond to the COVID-19 pandemic
Stephen Banyard outlines how TaxAid and Tax Help for Older People are responding to the new and immediate needs created by the impact of COVID-19 on self-employed people.
21-05-2020
22 May 2020: An interview with Roberta Fusco, the Director of Policy and Engagement at the Charity Finance Group (CFG). She anticipates that, in the short term, the charity sector is at risk of contraction.
19-05-2020
Don Bawtree provides an accounting update and the impact of COVID-19 on the charity sector.
14-05-2020
15 May 2020: In Kind Direct operates at the interface of the corporate world and the charity sector. It has seen first-hand what COVID-19 has meant for both, says its Chief Executive, Rosanne Gray.
14-05-2020
15 May 2020: As part of a charity sector special, ICAEW Insights looks at how coronavirus has exposed vulnerabilities in charities’ funding models and how the sector is adapting to the ‘new normal’ in order to help others.
14-05-2020
15 May 2020: Philippa Kelly, Director of ICAEW’s Technical Strategy Business Group, looks at the business support available for charities.
14-05-2020
15 May 2020: Let’s try walking in the shoes of beneficiaries is the plea from Debra Allcock Tyler, chief executive of the Directory of Social Change (DSC), commenting on the fall-out from COVID-19 for charities.
14-05-2020
14 May 2020: The Charity Commission has confirmed that it will be conducting an ongoing review of the reporting of matters of material significance by auditors and independent examiners.
14-05-2020
15 May 2020: Pauline Smith is the chief executive officer of CXK, a charity that delivers a range of services that support individuals to improve life choices. Funding is central and, currently, that is tough but the response has underlined the value of third sector organisations.
27-04-2020
The Covid-19 pandemic is raising numerous issues for Scottish charities to deal with and forcing them to change the way they operate. One such issue is what to do about AGMs while still complying with Government guidelines on social distancing. Are virtual AGMs the answer? David Dunsire, Corporate Consultant at Lindsays shares some thoughts.
24-04-2020
In this update, Nigel Davies, Head of accountancy Services, Charity Commission will look at:
- The latest Commission guidance to assist trustees
- The SORP-making body's guidance on the implications for financial reporting
- The UK Charity Regulators' update for auditors and independent examiners
- Other resources to help charities including information on government financial assistance
20-04-2020
With the Covid-19 pandemic disrupting the lives of everyone in the country; many charity organisations are trying to find ways of managing the uncertainly during these unprecedented times. Jonathan Orchard, Partner at Sayer Vincent outlines several strategies that organisations can implement for short term financial resilience.
UK Charity Regulators
07-05-2020
Guidance issued jointly by the UK Charity Regulators to assist Independent Examiners with some of the considerations that may arise due to the impact of the COVID-19 virus. Covers restrictions on access to records; access to those in management and control of the charity; risk factors; implications for the examiner's report; sign off and filing of accounts.
Crowe U.K. LLP
27-03-2020
This update considers the potential impact of COVID-19 on the yet to be published annual reports and financial statements of charities.
Charities SORP
23-03-2020
Guidance for trustees and preparers of charity accounts produced by the SORP-making body. The briefing highlights the potential impact of control measures to contain COVID-19 on financial reporting by charities and discusses the implications for trustees' annual reports, going concern and the alternative basis to going concern when preparing accounts under the Charities SORP.
The Charity Commission
16-03-2020
Any charity that needs an extension to their annual return deadline can contact the Charity Commission to ask for one.
The Charity Commission
03-06-2020
Guidance for trustees on what matters may need to be reported as a serious incident during the coronavirus pandemic. Includes a table of examples.
The Charity Commission
23-04-2020
Guidance from the Charity Commission to help charities facing difficult situations or decisions. The guidance summarises the key considerations and set out some practical steps for understanding your charity's financial position, creating a plan and making decisions.
Third Sector
27-03-2020
Keep up to date with all the latest coronavirus-related news affecting the charity sector.
The Charity Commission
26-03-2020
Government guidance to help with running your charity during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Scottish Charity Regulator
24-03-2020
Guidance from the Scottish Charity Regulator.
Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations
23-03-2020
Portal created by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) offering support to charities in Scotland on funding, HR issues, governance and risk, volunteering, fundraising, delivering services digitally, and remote working.
National Council for Voluntary Organisations
20-03-2020
Guidance from the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) on protecting staff and volunteers, holding board meetings and AGMs, and on managing finances (including what to expect from funders and the impact on investments).
HM Government
08-04-2020
Charities across the UK will receive a £750 million package of support to ensure they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus outbreak, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced.
London Funders
27-03-2020
Statement and news from funding organisations and trusts regarding the coronavirus situation.
London Funders
25-03-2020
The Greater London Authority and the City Bridge Trust have contributed £1m each to launch a new fund to support London’s voluntary sector.
Fundraising UK
23-03-2020
This list features funding to help individuals affected, charities hit by a drop in income, and to support medical research into tackling or ameliorating the virus.
Civil Society
20-03-2020
Civil Society News has collated some of the funding being made available for charities during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Association of Charitable Foundations
18-03-2020
A summary of some of the actions charitable foundations have taken in response to the COVID-19 emergency.
Association of Chairs
30-03-2020
Tips and resources for chairing an online meeting.
HM Government
30-03-2020
The Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies (CICs) has robust plans in place to maintain services for CICs and protect the welfare of employees during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Bates Wells
25-02-2020
A quick guide for trustees and directors of public service mutuals and co-operatives concerned about solvency and wondering how to approach it in the immediate crisis caused by the coronavirus shutdown.
Bates Wells
23-03-2019
This brief guide to trustee meetings aims to help you get the procedure right while procedures cannot be currently followed to the letter of the law.
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ICAEW
05-12-2018
Six online training modules covering the duties, obligations, operational and strategic considerations of trustees.
Charity Tax Group
26-03-2020
To support its members and the wider sector, Charity Tax Group has collated relevant guidance and announcements to inform charities during on Covid-19
The National Council for Voluntary Organisations
27-03-2020
Information on how you can volunteer to help and support others during the coronavirus (covid-19) pandemic.
Greater London Authority
27-03-2020
Information for volunteers wanting to help London's communities including a list of remote volunteering opportunities by borough.
Small Charities Coalition
27-03-2020
The Small Charities Coalition are maintaining a list of charities that are currently operating and in need of volunteers.
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