Changes on the way

Article Abstract:

The UK Trustee Investment Act (TIA) will be liberalised following a government announcement in Jan 1995. Not all major charities are subject to the TIA, and middle-sized charities are most likely to be affected. The impact of changes in the regulations may not be great, but fund managers are seeking an increased degree of liberalization. Increased usage of equity investments could affect income. The collapse of Barings has led charities to become more cautious about investing their assets.

Educational, Religious, Charitable Trusts, Grantmaking Foundations, Laws, regulations and rules, Charitable trusts

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Netting support

Article Abstract:

UK charities can reach a wide audience through the Internet and costs are lower than methods using paper. The Internet should not be used to replace existing methods, but is a useful supplement. E-mail can be a useful way to raise income. The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) offers free sites on Charitynet which supplies global links to over 1,000 charity websites. Security can be a problem when donations are made though secure means of paying by credit cards have been developed.

Telegraph & other communications, Specialized Telecom Services, Wired Telecommunications Carriers, Usage, Internet, Internet services

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Marriages of convenience

Article Abstract:

Mergers between United Kingdom charities occur when both charities are in favor of the move, unlike business mergers, where hostile takeovers can occur. The members of charities have a greater emotional link than do stockholders. Some sectors have seen a large number of mergers, such as housing charities. Charities may have to merge in order to cut costs, and this can give rise to job losses. Charities may seek to find jobs for displaced staff elsehwere.

Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Charitable societies

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