Understanding your legal structure

Meeting the charity test (Charity Commission NI)

'Meeting the Charity Test - Demonstrating Public Benefit' is the Charity Commission of Northern Ireland's consultation document, setting out the proposed standards for determining which organisatio

Community Interest Companies Info Pack (CIC Regulator)

An overview document explaining the legal features of Community Interest Companies, produced by the CIC Regulator.

Info sheet: Community Interest Companies

A community interest company (CIC) is a limited liability company created with the specific aim of providing benefit to a community.

Changes to Charity Law

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Charity Commission website

Responsibilities of Company Directors

If your organisation is incorporated (i.e. registered) as a limited company, your Management Committee members are also usually the Company Directors.

Setting up a company (SCNI factsheet)

This booklet, produced by Supporting Communities NI, provides general guidelines to assist voluntary organisations who are considering setting up a company. It includes information on legal structures and advice on managing the potential changes to an organisation.  Please note that further advice should be obtained from a solicitor or business consultant.

Charitable status (SCNI factsheet)

  • What is charitable status?;
  • Who is eligible to receive it?;
  • What are the advantages/disadvantages?;

Legal responsibilities: where can I get more information?

Listed below (in alphabetical order) are a range of recommended sources of further information and advice regarding the legal responsibilities of Management Committees.

NI Charities: A Guide for Trustees (DSD)

A Guide for Trustees has been prepared by Charities Branch in the Voluntary & Community Unit of the Department for Social Development. It gives guidance about setting up and running a charity in Northern Ireland. In particular, it explains what a charity is, the advantages and responsibilities of running one, and the legal framework within which it operates.

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