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New Model Constitution launched for charities under £5,000 income
A new, simplified constitution for very small charities has been launched by the Charity Commission in partnership with a number of umbrella bodies across the charity sector.
The new constitution is designed to provide a concise, practical framework for charities with an income of under £5,000. It uses clear, direct language that is easy to understand, is only 700 words long and covers all the requirements for a very small charity which does not own land or employ staff.
Charities with an income of less than £5,000 do not need to register with the Charity Commission, but are still subject to charity law. If the income of the charity grows larger than £5,000, the charity will need to register with the Commission and will need a more comprehensive governing document
For more information, including the downloadable constitution, go to:
http://www.charitycommission.gov.uk/registration/smallcharity.asp
