Annual Return 2025 updates

The Charity Commission has updated the Annual Return for 2025, introducing new questions designed to enhance transparency and improve risk assessment. The revised return includes tailored questions based on charity size and complexity, with larger charities required to provide more detailed information. These updates reflect the Commission’s commitment to smarter regulation and data-driven oversight. Charities must complete the Annual Return within ten months of their financial year-end, and the new format is accessible via the My Charity Commission Account portal. Trustees should familiarise themselves with the changes and ensure accurate and timely submission to avoid compliance issues. The updated return also supports sector-wide analysis, helping regulators and stakeholders better understand emerging trends and risks. The Charities Commission has also prepared a question guide to provide further context and guidance to bodies completing the annual return. The new requirements are effective for reporting periods ending on or after 1 January 2025.

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