Author Archives: Chris Walker
The Inside Track – April 2018
This monthly blog looks at the key developments in UK politics and how these will affect charities. Continue reading
Baroness Stowell – what happens next and do pre-appointment hearings matter?
Baroness Stowell is the preferred candidate for Charity Commission chair - what next and do pre-appointment hearings matter? Continue reading
Getting Involved: Political participation
What are the trends of political participation and what lessons are there for charity campaigners? Continue reading
What’s going on with opposition debates and how can charities use them?
The government keep losing votes - why aren't they contesting opposition motions, and how can charities take advantage? Continue reading
We still need to change the Lobbying Act – but we shouldn’t let it stop us campaigning
What does the government's rejection of the reforms to the Lobbying Act proposed by Lord Hodgson mean? Continue reading
Citizenship and civic engagement – how charities can contribute
A committee on citizenship and civic engagement has been launched - how can charities influence its findings? Continue reading
What does the Queen’s speech mean for charities?
The Queen's speech - why a two-year parliament might help charities influence policy Continue reading
What does a hung parliament mean for charities?
The election has given us a hung parliament - how can charities use it influence policy? Continue reading
What do the party manifestos mean for charities and volunteering?
Party manifestos have been published - what do they mean for charities and volunteering? Continue reading
A brief history of party manifestos and charities
Party manifestos are launched this week - what have they said in the past about charity policy? Continue reading
