News In Focus
26 February 2010
OSCR to streamline charity reporting
Scotland’s charity regulator OSCR is to streamline the reporting process for charities after a Scotland-wide consultation exercise produced a big majority in favour of change.
Key proposals OSCR is now working to deliver include:
- a revised monitoring programme with a streamlined annual return form;
- a revised Scottish Charity Register with graphically displayed financial highlights;
- "OSCR online" – providing new online services for charities.
OSCR will now begin the process of implementation during 2010 with the changes due to take effect in 2011. It is envisaged that the changes will be introduced in phases.
OSCR will also be looking for stakeholders to participate in the testing of changes; details will be made available on its website later in 2010.
OSCR’s Chief Executive, Jane Ryder, said: "We are extremely grateful to all those who took part and gave us their views on our proposals. These were designed to balance the needs of the sector, the public, and OSCR as regulator carrying out its legal duties. It is reassuring to see such a positive response and we will continue to provide regular updates, as we work towards delivery."
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