The Community Accountancy National Network has published a range of basic resources to help smaller third sector organisations with their accounting. http://www.communityaccounting.org/?q=node/3

The concise guide to the Charities Act 2006 from the Cabinet Office/Charities Commission.

The Act changes the rules about registered places of worship which were previously excepted from registration and which must now register. This will mean that many religious charities will have to register with the Commission for the first time.

The income threshold when charities in England and Wales are required to register with the Charity Commission increases from £1,000 to £5,000 on 23 April. Those with income under £5,000 can register voluntarily, or choose to de-register if they are already registered. All charities will, however, remain under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Commission.

Trustees, trading and tax: How charities may lawfully trade
Revised guidance from the Charity Commission.

Guide to Disclosure Application Process
The Criminal Records Bureau has launched a virtual guide to the Disclosure application process. The guide is also available for viewing online