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Disposing of charity land: Implications of the Charities Act 2022
Georgia Whitfield, from our Commercial Property Team, explains how the Charities Act 2022 affects selling or leasing charity land and trustee responsibilities.
Understanding Lasting Powers of Attorney: What they are and why you should have them
Tom Bridge, from our Wills, Trusts & Estates Team, explains what Lasting Powers of Attorney are and why business owners and families should have them in place.
Are volunteers for a charity ‘workers’ with rights?
Are charity volunteers legally classed as workers? Sarah Furness, from our Employment Law & HR team, explains employment rights and governance risks.
Understanding the responsibilities and liabilities of becoming a charity trustee
Sarah Furness, from our Employment Law & HR Team, explains the responsibilities and personal liabilities of charity trustees and what trustees need to know before taking on the role.
The Trust Registration Service: Are you compliant?
Hay & Kilner’s Wills, Trusts & Estates Team explain the UK Trust Registration Service compliance requirements and what trustees must do to meet reporting obligations.
Academy school conversions: Key legal issues for governing bodies
Tom Clarke explains the legal issues and compliance requirements for academy school conversions, helping governing bodies navigate the process.
When should charities make ‘serious incident reports’ to the Charity Commission?
Hay & Kilner’s Charity Law Team explain when charities must make serious incident reports to the Charity Commission and how to comply with reporting requirements.
Partnership disputes: Why a Partnership Agreement is essential
Learn why a partnership agreement is essential for protecting your business. Rachel Armstrong, from our Dispute Resolution Team, explains common partnership disputes and key terms every agreement should include.

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