This guidance note is an overview of governance and management for charities.

This guidance note is written for those charities with established boards of trustees which employ a senior management team and delegate significant, specific functions.

This guidance note covers registered charities in England and Wales. Whilst principles of good governance transcend national borders, it is important to bear in mind the specific differences in charity legislation for those charities operating in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and elsewhere.

This guidance note is aimed at those individuals thinking of becoming a charity trustee/director. Before applying for a board position in a charity, potential trustees/directors/governors should undertake some research into the work a prospective charity trust performs and its governance arrangements. This document sets out some of the issues a candidate should research.

This document provides practical guidance on modern etiquette for those attending and participating in board meetings to help ensure that meetings are effective and board members are focused in the performance of their duties and responsibilities

Guidance for charities in using best practice principles to define the role and responsibilities for the charity treasurer – charity terms of reference and example documents.

Guidance for charities in using best practice principles to define the role and responsibilities of the charity secretary.

Despite some tentative steps back towards normality, most offices remain closed, and ‘virtual’ meetings dominate our working lives.

Conflicts of interest and loyalty for governors of colleges and trustees of academies will occur, this guidance provides detail on how to identify, avoid and manage them appropriately.