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Charity Pulse
Exploring the latest issues affecting charities, trustees, not-for-profit organisations and the voluntary sector, hosted by Charles Mesquita of Quilter Cheviot, Catherine Rustomji of Shakespeare Martineau and James Saunders of Moore Kingston Smith. This commentary has been produced for information purposes only and isn’t intended to constitute financial advice; investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a…
Episodes
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Charity Pulse - Swipe Right to Volunteer
In this episode of Charity Pulse, the trio are joined by special guest Allison Smith, Executive Director of Policy & Research, at Royal Voluntary Service…
Charity PulseCharity Pulse - AI, audits and appointments
In this episode of Charity Pulse, the trio discuss: A new voice for civil society: Vicky Foxcroft has been appointed as the new Minister for Civil Society…
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CharitEpulse: No rest for the charitable
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Charity Commission in contempt of Parliament: leading to an unreserved apology and an independent review led…
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CharitEpulse: Trust, turmoil and trustees
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Public trust in charities 2026: the latest public trust research indicates that overall trust in charities…
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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…
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CharitEpulse: Faith, funds & sector frustrations
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Church of England investment fund reaches £11.6bn: marking 17 consecutive years of growth. Larger charities…
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CharitEpulse: Charities under pressure - policy, governance and commissioning challenges
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Policy and sector support: recent government announcements offered limited detail for the charity sector…
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CharitEpulse: From legal pressures to culture concerns
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: The Government’s £1m roadmap for place‑based philanthropy Sentebale’s defamation case involving Prince Harry…
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CharitEpulse: Trustees wanted - Are expectations [being set] too high?
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: The scale of the charity sector: headline figures that underline the importance of charities and trustees…
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CharitEpulse: Boards, CEOs & Culture
In this special episode of CharitEpulse, the trio are joined by Sharon Davies, founder of The Good Place Co and former CEO of Young Enterprise, who brings over…
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CharitEpulse: From CEO conflict to cryptocurrency challenges
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Railway charity leadership dispute - CEO resigns after governance tensions around non‑executive and…
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CharitEpulse: Regulatory delays and filing failures
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Government launches £11.59m Local Covenant Partnerships Fund targeting 15 disadvantaged areas Charity…
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CharitEpulse: Diversity, disclosure and debt
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: The Sackler Trust: Whether redacting information in charity accounts is ever a good idea, and the…
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CharitEpulse: New leadership, 2025 highlights and what’s next for 2026
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the hosts discuss: New leadership at the Charity Commission: Dame Julia Unwin’s appointment brings a wealth of experience and…
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CharitEpulse: From Budget strains to prize draw politics
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the hosts discuss some of the most pressing issues shaping the charity sector today: Autumn Budget: Why charities may feel the…
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CharitEpulse: New SORP, new thresholds, new leadership
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the hosts discuss some of the most pressing issues shaping the charity sector today: Companies House transition from registrar…
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CharitEpulse: Budget concerns, governance updates, and funding opportunities
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the hosts discuss some of the most pressing issues shaping the charity sector today: Autumn Budget: What the upcoming…
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CharitEpulse: Trusteeship and the future of charity Boards
In this episode of CharitEpulse, Charles Mesquita and James Saunders are joined by special guest Joe Saxton, Chair of the Association of Chairs. Together, they…
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CharitEpulse: Fundraising in focus - In conversation with UHB Charity’s Director of Fundraising
In this special edition of CharitEpulse, the trio sit down for an in-depth conversation with Charlotte Schofield, Director of Fundraising at University…
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CharitEpulse: Mergers, money and motivation
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: A new style of charity merger?: Two leading food charities have announced a merger, underscoring the…
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CharitEpulse: When good intentions go bad
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: The Aspinall Foundation inquiry: The son of the founder was suspended following allegations of misusing…
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CharitEpulse: Navigating the responsibilities and rewards of being a charity trustee
In this special edition of CharitEpulse, the trio have an in-depth conversation about what it’s like to be a charity trustee. Drawing on their personal…
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CharitEpulse: Power, trust and accountability
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Economic impact unveiled: Pro Bono Economics’ recent research reveals the UK charity sector may contribute…
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CharitEpulse: Trust, turmoil, and transitions in the third sector
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Government's new "Covenant": Designed to reset relations between government and the charity sector. Public…
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CharitEpulse: Lotteries, rebrands, and financial fiascos
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: The government’s decision to reject a proposed increase to the society lottery cap. Voluntary code for prize…
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CharitEpulse: Funding, influence and recognition
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Government Spending Review (SR), and its impact on the charity sector. UKGrantmaking report, exploring how…
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CharitEpulse: Defences, donations, dilemmas and dynamics
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: The Charity Commission issues official warnings to two charities. Surprising (or not?) openness to…
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CharitEpulse: Government grants, global giving and governance
In this episode of CharitEpulse the trio discuss: Are governance reviews worth doing? Are Deputy Chairs needed? Charitable giving by UK's wealthiest increased…
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CharitEpulse: Codes, cash and consensus
In this episode of CharitEpulse the trio discuss: Revised fundraising code: Effective from 1 November 2025, this update reflects technological advancements and…
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CharitEpulse: Cultivating charity culture – balancing benefits and impact
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: How to create a healthy working culture with guest Emily Collinson from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation. The…
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CharitEpulse: Austerity, arguments and anonymity
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Insights from Professor Peter Frumkin: Key observations on the UK charity sector, including challenges posed…
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CharitEpulse: A “toothless” regulator? Charity mergers and AI
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Charity Commission branded "toothless" by Lord Walney, sparking debate on the regulator's effectiveness and…
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CharitEpulse: From redundancies to resignations - new pressures on the charity sector
In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Save the Children: Facing significant cuts, with plans to reduce 200 jobs out of their 751 staff, alongside…
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CharitEpulse: Resilience, recognition, and controversy
CharitEpulse: Resilience, recognition, and controversy In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Positive Signs: Three quarters of charities have…
Charity PulseCharitEpulse: Charity challenges - from grants to governance, and ‘charity’ CEO pay controversy
CharitEpulse: Charity challenges - from grants to governance, and ‘charity’ CEO pay controversy In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: The…
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CharitEpulse: From Gift Aid gaffes to a royal ruckus
CharitEpulse: From Gift Aid gaffes to a royal ruckus In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Gift Aid tribunal loss: A father and his three…
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CharitEpulse: Charity scandals exposed — from pug rescue to Gift Aid fraud
CharitEpulse: Charity scandals exposed — from pug rescue to Gift Aid fraud In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: HMRC Gift Aid fraud: Clearer…
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CharitEpulse: Fraud, banking woes, and leadership changes
CharitEpulse: Fraud, banking woes, and leadership changes In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Gift Aid fraud case: Two sisters have been jailed…
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CharitEpulse: Post budget – what does this mean for charities?
CharitEpulse: Post budget – what does this mean for charities? In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio delve into the implications of the recent budget on…
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CharitEpulse: Should every charity have a social media policy?
CharitEpulse: Should every charity have a social media policy? In this episode of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: A convent rather than a compact: will the…
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CharitEpulse: Too precious, too disjointed, too defensive
Too precious, too disjointed, too defensive Join the CharitEpulse hosts as they tackle the hot topics shaking up the sector: 700,000 charity trustees in the UK…
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CharitEpulse: Super model behaviour: Posing the latest charity trends
Super model behaviour: Posing the latest charity trends In this edition of CharitEpulse, the trio discuss: Charity Governance Code – update from consultation –…
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CharitEpulse: From AI to the FCA
From AI to the FCA In this edition of CharitEpulse, the trio cover: Use of AI by charities – all good news? UK generosity– are donations falling? Principles of…
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CharitEpulse: Governance, philanthropy, tax and finance
Governance, philanthropy, tax and finance In this edition of CharitEpulse our trio discuss: The first official warning given to a local authority following the…
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CharitEpulse: A summer round-up
A summer round-up In this edition of CharitEpulse our trio discuss: The increase in trust and confidence of charities A public reprimand of local authorities…
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CharitEpulse: Trustee disqualification, new Labour and procurement
Trustee disqualification, new Labour and procurement A topical round up of the latest charity sector news from the recent Charity Commission trustee…
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CharitEpulse: Mysterious donations, HMRC demands, bonuses in the charity sector and election fever
Mysterious donations, HMRC demands, bonuses in the charity sector and election fever Join the trio as they discuss the latest topical issues affecting the…
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CharitEpulse: Campaigning, engaging with MPs and Charity Governance Code consultation
Campaigning, engaging with MPs and Charity Governance Code consultation Following the announcement of the date of the general election, the trio discuss: What…
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CharitEpulse: Agree to disagree?
Agree to disagree? How should charities manage internal disputes and ensure that their focus continues to be on delivering their charitable purposes? In this…
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CharitEpulse: Is time up for TikTok?
Is time up for TikTok? In the latest episode of CharitEpulse the trio discuss: Is time up for TikTok? With censorship and data concerns, should charities be…
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Charities in 2024 and beyond – what to expect?
Charities in 2024 and beyond – what to expect? In this episode the trio discuss: Greater recognition of the work of the sector and its place in society…
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When is a conflict not a conflict and will a name change make a difference?
When is a conflict not a conflict and will a name change make a difference? In this episode, the trio discuss: The Charity Commission – a new CEO and 5-year…