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CharitEpulse: Charity challenges - from grants to governance, and ‘charity’ CEO pay controversy

Date: 04 February 2025

Charity challenges - from grants to governance, and ‘charity’ CEO pay controversy

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

  • The challenges faced by grant-making charities and the valuable lessons learned.
  • The release of the Charity Investment Governance Principles – examining their purpose and necessity.
  • A letter from the Charity Commission to the General Synod of the Church of England addressing safeguarding concerns.
  • The controversy surrounding charity CEO salaries, with criticism of its biased reporting and lack of context, along with the Charity Commission’s inadequate response.

Listen time: 17 minutes

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Speakers

Charles Mesquita

Charities Director

Catherine Rustomji

Partner at Shakespeare Martineau

James Saunders

Partner at Moore Kingston Smith

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