On 1 May 2018, Jersey's Charities Law will open for the
registration of charities in the Island. The Charities Law
positions Jersey at the forefront of the rapidly evolving
philanthropy sector and clearly demonstrates a forward-thinking
approach.
It has paved the way for the establishment of a voluntary and
innovative system of charity registration, and the appointment of a
Charity Commissioner, Mr John Mills CBE.
Clearly attitudes in relation to the public profile attached to
philanthropy vary from one family to the next, with some being keen
to publicise their giving initiatives, whilst others preferring to
remain anonymous. This is recognised by the Charities Law, which
sets itself apart by offering a restricted section of registration,
which is not available in the UK: this will be for entities that do
not solicit donations from the public and will provide for a
reduced level of information to be accessible on the public
register.
