Charities Act 2011: Primary legislation governing charitable organizations in England and Wales, essential if the grant-making organization is a charity
Companies Act 2006: Core legislation for companies in the UK, relevant if the grant-making organization is structured as a company
Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discriminatory practices in grant-making processes and protects against unfair treatment
GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data in grant applications and administration
Finance Acts: Annual legislation affecting tax treatment of grants and financial reporting requirements
Value Added Tax Act 1994: Governs VAT implications of grant funding where applicable
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Sets requirements for due diligence and financial checks in grant-making processes
Public Contracts Regulations 2015: Applies to grant-making involving public funds, ensuring transparency and fair competition
UK Subsidy Control Regime: Post-Brexit regulations governing state aid and public subsidies
Charity Commission Guidance: Regulatory guidelines for charitable grant-making organizations
UK Grant Standards: Voluntary best practice guidelines for grant-making organizations
Contract Law Principles: Common law principles governing the formation and enforcement of grant agreements
Law of Trusts: Legal framework governing the holding and distribution of grant funds
Fiduciary Duties: Legal obligations regarding the responsible management and allocation of grant funds
