Good governance helps charities achieve their goals.

The Code sets out universal principles of governance for charities to consider and helps to shape a common view of what good looks like. Compliance with the Code is not a regulatory requirement.

It is the Charity Commission, and statute, that tells charities about what they must do. The Code draws upon, but is fundamentally different to, the Charity Commission’s guidance. It is a practical tool for trustees to encourage discussion about standards, behaviours and processes that are helpful in cultivating good governance. 

 

A new Charity Governance Code has just been published, and you can view via the link below:

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