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Find out about what we offer, our experience and why we’re a trusted name in the charity and impact sector.
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How our consultancy team can help you understand and implement effective governance
Our latest update on what’s happening in Westminster that might impact charities. This month sees a new government, with plenty for charities to think about.
NCVO’s lead governance consultant Dan Francis shares our plans for Trustees’ Week and explores our wider support offer for trustees
Policy and insight manager Sam Mercadante responds to the government's new financial measures, calling for more funding and policy choices that prevent poverty and inequality
Report of the Inquiry into charity senior executive pay and guidance for trustees on setting remuneration
Whatever your reasons for considering closure, you’re likely to have legal responsibilities to follow
Steps you need to take before closing your organisation
Depending on your route to closure and your legal structure, you may have different legal duties and wider responsibilities
Once the decision has been made to close, you’ll need to decide who to inform and how to inform them
Key financial steps your need to take when closing your organisation
Your duty of care to staff, volunteers and beneficiaries should be at the top of any closure plans
Closing an organisation will require courage and commitment from an organisation’s leadership
Guidance on refusing donations, communicating with donors, and returning donations