The Christian Charities Handbook: The Essential Guide for Trustee and Managers

The role of the voluntary sector in the UK economy is a vital part of the economic structure of the country. In 2007 the income for charities was £46.16 billion (Charity Commission/The Regulator for Charities in England and Wales, 2008) and represented more than two percent of the workforce. They are therefore a significant player on the economic scene and their management requires careful and prudent attention.

The law regulating charities is complex and encompasses employment, accountancy, trade and service marks, management structures and investment, to name but a few. Many people are under the impression that it...