Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company formation, structure, and governance in England and Wales. Essential for establishing the basic framework of the memorandum and articles.
Charities Act 2011: Principal legislation governing charities in England and Wales, defining charitable purposes, public benefit requirements, and regulatory framework.
Charities (Protection and Social Investment) Act 2016: Supplementary legislation providing additional regulations for charities, including provisions for social investment and protection measures.
Charity Commission Regulations: Regulatory guidelines and requirements set by the official regulator of charities in England and Wales, including specific guidance for charitable governance.
Companies House Requirements: Official registration and filing requirements for companies in England and Wales, including specific forms and documentation needed for incorporation.
Model Governing Documents: Standard templates and guidance provided by the Charity Commission for establishing charity governance structures.
Public Benefit Requirement: Legal requirement under the Charities Act that all charities must demonstrate their activities are for public benefit.
Charitable Purposes Definition: Statutory definitions of charitable purposes as outlined in the Charities Act 2011, which must be reflected in the organization's objects.
Essential Trustee Guidance (CC3): Charity Commission's detailed guidance on trustee roles, responsibilities, and duties that should be considered in governance documents.
Trustee Act 2000: Legislation defining trustee powers and duties, relevant for charity trustees' responsibilities and authority.
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring non-discrimination and equality in organizational operations and services.
Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing data protection and privacy requirements, including UK GDPR compliance for charitable organizations.
Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015: Legislation containing transparency requirements affecting corporate entities, including charitable companies.
