CharitEpulse: Budget pressures, pay gaps, and governance concerns

In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss:

• Politics & funding: charity sector funding may face pressure in light of potential shifts in government spending priorities, including increased defence expenditure. The discussion considers whether charities risk being overlooked in this environment.
• Pay inequality: a recent Pro Bono Economics report highlights a potential structural pay gap between charity sector employees and private sector counterparts.
• City & Guilds investigation: the Charity Commission is investigating the sale of a training business to PeopleCert. Reports of undisclosed executive bonuses have prompted questions around governance and trustee oversight.
• Trustee appeals: there has been an increase in appeals against Charity Commission disqualification decisions, including a high-profile case.
• Card Factory Foundation grants: a move towards awarding 25 unrestricted grants of £10,000 has been broadly welcomed, although it may have implications for smaller organisations previously supported.
• King’s birthday honours: the recent honours list included recognition for individuals working across the charity sector.

Listen time: 25 minutes