Author Archives: Dan Francis

Dan Francis

About Dan Francis

Dan is responsible for NCVO’s governance consultancy offer, focusing on governance reviews, board performance and trustee training. He joined NCVO from the National Union of Students (NUS) where, as a long standing consultant, he supported the organisational development of local students’ unions as charities.

Governance round-up: August 2019

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Dan Francis

The latest governance news for trustees includes a new innovation fund from NCVO, changes to the Charity Governance Code, plus the latest on our upcoming Trustee Conference. Continue reading →

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Five hot picks for Bates Wells/NCVO Trustee Conference 2019

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Dan Francis

This week our lead consultant, Dan Francis, tells us his top five session recommendations for the Bates Wells/Trustee Conference. Continue reading →

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Governance round-up: July 2019

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Dan Francis

This month we look at the Charity Commission's upgrade in support of whistleblowers, the decision to record trustee names on the charity register from April 2020 and cyber security guidance for trustees. Continue reading →

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Governance round-up: June 2019

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Dan Francis

This month, we take a look at the new micro charity governance tool, Ireland's endorsement of their charity governance code and whether we require the role of an honorary treasurer anymore. Continue reading →

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New toolkit to support the smallest of charities adopt the Charity Governance Code

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Dan Francis

A new toolkit specifically designed with small charities in mind to help improve governance. Continue reading →

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Governance round-up: May 2019

Posted on May 23, 2019 by Dan Francis

This month, we share our new scheme of delegation templates, explore companies trying out new meeting strategies and share the latest news along with upcoming training and events. Continue reading →

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Governance round-up: April 2019

Posted on April 25, 2019 by Dan Francis

This month, we explore the first research looking at adoption of the charity governance code as well as current events including, charity fraud and misconduct, resignations and trustee recruitment in students union. Continue reading →

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Governance round-up: March 2019

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Dan Francis

This month, we uncover a new charity governance model and delve into a new report on how the advancement of religion should no longer be a charitable purpose. Continue reading →

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Governance round-up: February 2019

Posted on February 21, 2019 by Dan Francis

This month's governance round-up looks at the latest news from the Charity Commission, several upcoming governance training sessions, events and new resources. Continue reading →

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Governance round-up: January 2019

Posted on January 23, 2019 by Dan Francis

This month's round-up looks into our ethical principals, research into building trust, our upcoming conference and training events and best blogs Continue reading →

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