by clive@governance360.com | Jan 2, 2026 | Charities
Being invited to join a Board of Trustees is, for most people, genuinely exciting. A new challenge, a chance to give something back, the opportunity to help steer an organisation they care about. And then the welcome email arrives. Perhaps a link to a shared drive. A...
by clive@governance360.com | Nov 14, 2025 | Charities
Foundation Principle in the Charity Governance Code Update If you’re a charity trustee or board member, November 2025 brought an important change to the Charity Governance Code that affects how you approach your role. The updated Code introduces a new Foundation...
by clive@governance360.com | Nov 4, 2025 | Charities
If you are a manager working at a charity, you’ll know the feeling. It’s Tuesday evening, you’ve finally wrapped up your ‘day job’, and now you’re facing three hours of board admin. Chasing trustees for their declarations of...
by clive@governance360.com | Oct 21, 2025 | Charities
Being a charity trustee whilst holding down a full-time job isn’t easy. You’re committed to the cause, but let’s face it – managing board paperwork can be a nightmare. Chasing trustees for documents, preparing for meetings, and keeping everything...
by clive@governance360.com | Oct 21, 2025 | Charities
Running a small company, charity, or sports club comes with challenges. Things can go wrong, and when they do, it helps to be prepared. That’s where a risk register comes in. What is a risk register? A risk register is a simple list of things that could go wrong...
by clive@governance360.com | Oct 21, 2025 | Charities
Bringing a new trustee on board? Getting it right matters. Here are seven practical things to think about to make sure your appointment process runs smoothly and stays within the rules. Check they’re eligible Not everyone can be a trustee. The basic rules are:...