To deal with the burgeoning rules and regulations governing charities, this looseleaf work provides practitioners and charity professionals with clear and detailed explanation of the legal requirements, obligations and practice. It offers advice on the setting up of charities, their day-to-day running and explains the rules governing trading. The financial requirements surrounding charity accounts reports and returns are examined fully, and charities' tax obligations and the opportunities for tax effective giving are also covered. * Deals with the Charities Acts 1992 and 1993 in detail showing the practitioner how to avoid potential pitfalls * Gives advice on how to manage disputes and contains a full examination of the powers, duties and liabilities of charity trustees * Assesses the situation now facing charities regarding the investment of funds * Includes a comprehensive range of forms, precedents and checklists, including the Charity Law Association model documents and Charity Commission leaflets