Safeguarding

The Charity Commission has updated its guidance on safeguarding. It continues to emphasise that safeguarding 'should be a key governance priority for all charities, not just those working with children or groups traditionally considered at risk, regardless of size or resources'. Trustees are required to take reasonable steps to safeguard and protect all beneficiaries, staff, volunteers, those connected with activities of the charity and who come into contact with the charity, from abuse and maltreatment of any kind. It is important to note that whilst 'actions' may be delegated, responsibility remains with the trustees, so it is indisputably the trustees who must take responsibility for this area.