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A summary of the most recent charity related updates.

United KingdomCorporate/Commercial Law

9 October 2014

New guide launched to help charities choose online giving platforms

Making the most of digital donations: A practical guide to selecting and using online giving platforms has been launched by the Institute of Fundraising and Charity Finance Group . The guide explains the key issues for charities to consider when choosing which online platform to use when fundraising.

Charity Finance Group and Institute of Fundraising

13 October 2014

Rail companies join forces to champion safer giving

Seven major rail and station operators have joined forces with charity regulators the Charity Commission and the Fundraising Standards Board to champion safer giving.

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