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Here you will find a more comprehensive list of links (than those in our governance homepage ‘spotlights’ section) to material that SCVO believes may be of critical use to voluntary organisations.
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Company law is changing
Company law is changing
The UK Parliament passed a new Companies Act in 2006, all of which will be in force by October 2008. Many voluntary organisations have a company structure will therefore need to ensure that they are fully aware of the changes the act introduces.
Guidance for charity trustees on their legal responsibilities
Guidance for charity trustees on their legal responsibilities
The Acting with Care and Diligence publication from the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) sets out what charity trustees need to do to comply with charity law.
Overview of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005
Overview of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005
Summary of main provisions of the new Charity law.
Policy spotlights
Policy spotlights
What big changes are on the way that could impact on your organisation? The SCVO policy spotlights page will help keep you informed.
Scottish Charity Accounting Regulations
Scottish Charity Accounting Regulations
If you are a charity in Scotland you need to be aware of these accounting regulations from the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).