Mansfield Advisors’ Post

We need to move away from the constant conversation pointed at the large publicly listed aged residential care providers and how they should be able to sort everything out from their profits. The reality is, they provide only 34% of aged care beds.   It's the 66% provided by Not-For-Profits, charities, small owner operators, etc, that are being forced into the situation of having to put a charge on top of the standard bed rate - because funding isn't keeping up with the increased cost of living, which impacts the cost of care provision. If your food bills and power bills and rates have gone up, so have the costs for the care providers. #AgedCare #FundingCrisis #NZHealthCare #SupportOurElders

It’s easy for charity professionals and trustees to roll their eyes when we talk about good governance. But this is why it matters. Without good governance and robust scrutiny things can go wrong quickly and with devastating consequences. Make sure your governance is sound and your trustees are trained and aware of their duties. Scrutiny and compliance are so important. https://lnkd.in/eS2VdEA7

The last of the six duties: ensuring your charity is accountable. Who is your charity accountable to? Its beneficiaries, its members, its stakeholders, the public and the Charity Commission. All charities must comply with the law and the requirements of the charities regulator, the Charity Commission. How to ensure the charity is accountable? 👉Ensure appropriate accounts or financial statements are produced. 👉Make sure that accounts and reports are submitted on time. 👉Comply with your governing document to ensure decisions are made correctly and that members take decisions where required. We have considered all six duties across trustees’ week. Practicing the six legal duties should make your involvement with charities and acting as a trustee much easier and provide trustees with the tools to achieve the charities mission. #CharityLaw #Governance #BestPractice #TrusteesWeek

The Charity Governance Code is being updated – and we want to hear your views.   A consultation on the Code has launched today, which will inform an update to the Code and ensure it continues to support good governance across the charity sector.   The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland is a member of the steering group behind the Code, and we welcome views from all of those involved in charity governance – whether in a professional or voluntary capacity.   We want to hear from both users and non-users of the Code, and charities of all shapes and sizes. Please share this consultation widely.   Find out more and submit your response here: https://lnkd.in/edTyUqv5   #CharityGovernanceCode #CharityGovernance #Trustees #CharitySector #Governance #BoardofTrustees #GoodGovernance

Join Con Alexander and Kate Sherlock as they explore the critical aspects of disputes in the charity sector. This webinar is designed to help trustees, members, and charity professionals navigate complex situations effectively. 🎯 What we’ll cover: 🔹 Common areas of potential disputes within charities: trustees, members, supporters, and employees. 🔹 Key legal and regulatory risks, including the Charity Commission’s role and insights from the recent case of MacLennan v The British Psychological Society. 🔹 Practical advice for managing disputes when they arise. 🔹 Proactive steps to prevent disputes from occurring. 👉Book your place now: https://lnkd.in/eh6wVCPv #Charitiesupdate #Trustees #ManagingDisputes #CharitySector

💡 Governance continues to be a top focus for the Charity Commission, with recent statutory inquiries highlighting poor governance as a key issue. From The Captain Tom Foundation to Mermaids, several high-profile cases remind us of the importance of trustees adhering to their legal duties. Key areas of concern include: • Conflict of interest • Personal benefit to trustees • Oversight of finances and fundraising Trustees need to ensure robust governance is in place. We’ve got the resources to help you navigate these responsibilities and safeguard your charity’s future. Find out more here! 🔽 #CharityGovernance #TrusteeDuties #Compliance

It’s important your charity keeps up to date with the latest developments and guidance when it comes to governance! Our weekly governance surgeries will support you with governing documents, organisation development, and crisis support. 🗓 Every Tuesday 📧 Email Sabrina.sigler@cvsinverclyde.org.uk to book a slot. #Inverclyde #ThirdSector #Governance

To all my Governance connections within the charity sector make sure you make your views known by clicking on below link as the Charity Governance Code is in the process of being updated 😊 Submit your response here: https://lnkd.in/edTyUqv5 #charitygovernance #governance #goodgovernance #charitygovernancecode

Texas hospitals are models for delivering #charitycare in the U.S., providing hundreds of millions of dollars in care above the minimum requirement of one of the nation's strongest laws on charity care and community benefit. Click on the new THA white paper below to learn more about Texas hospitals' success in delivering charity care.

The Law Commission is consulting on changes to the Co-operative & Community Benefit Societies Act that could have a significant impact on RSLs, including that (for RSLs that fall under the act and are classed as "exempt" charities): - Q9: they will cease to be "exempt" charities and will be required to register with the Charity Commission; and - Q10: The lead regulator for charitable community benefits societies will be the Charity Commission. The consultation closes on the 10th of December - https://lnkd.in/eKHAWpVM A housing sector response to this is vital to ensure the great work these organisations undertake is not negatively affected with unintended consequences. #housing #consultation #RSLs