The Charities Act 2009 Factsheet

This guide outlines the main features of the Charities Act 2009 and offers practical steps for charities that will be affected by the new legislation.

It is important to note that the provisions of the Charities Act did not come into force when the Act was signed into law in February 2009.  The Act will be commenced in stages by the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs. The Wheel will keep you updated as the new provisions come into force.

• The purpose and main provisions of the Charities Act 2009

• Implications of the Charities Act

• How to prepare

• A good governance checklist

You can download this entire section as one factsheet here.  (PDF 140KB)