CIC Directors Must Verify Their ID: The New Companies House Rules (What, When, How)

Discover how the updated SORP 2026 will impact UK charities. Learn about new reporting thresholds and prepare your charity for SORP 2026 changes.

Volunteers have always been at the heart of the third sector. They give time, energy, and expertise that money simply can’t buy. Yet in recent years, volunteer engagement has faced profound challenges. COVID-19 reshaped how people give their time. Remote working blurred the boundaries of volunteering. Economic pressures mean fewer people can commit long-term. At Third Sector Experts International, we’ve supported hundreds of charities and CICs to modernise their volunteer str

In today’s interconnected world, charities and CICs are increasingly working beyond UK borders from supporting refugee education in Lebanon, to healthcare projects in East Africa, to humanitarian aid in Gaza. But while the need for global collaboration has never been greater, international work also carries heightened risks: complex regulations, cultural nuances, safeguarding challenges, and reputational considerations. At Third Sector Experts International, we’ve supported U

Social investment is no longer a niche concept reserved for large organisations; it’s fast becoming a mainstream funding option for charities and Community Interest Companies (CICs) that want to scale their impact without relying solely on grants and donations. But while the opportunities are growing, many boards and CEOs remain cautious. “Isn’t social investment risky?” “Do we have to repay it?” “Would it compromise our charitable mission?” At Third Sector Experts Internatio

In a world where charities and CICs rely increasingly on technology for communication, fundraising, and record-keeping, governance has...

No charity ever expects to face a crisis, yet every charity is vulnerable to one. A safeguarding concern, data breach, financial error,...

In the charity world, “impact” has become one of the most overused and misunderstood words. Everyone talks about it. Funders demand it. Trustees ask for it. But when it comes to defining, measuring, and communicating impact in a meaningful way, many organisations still struggle. At Third Sector Experts International, we’ve supported hundreds of UK-registered charities and CICs from small community projects to international NGOs to move beyond vague claims of “making a differe

In today’s economic and social climate, many charities and not-for-profits are facing the same challenge: how to keep delivering...