Running a Group
This resource hub brings together practical guidance, templates and tools to help Voluntary, Social and Community Enterprise (VSCE) organisations, community enterprises and co‑operatives run effectively. Whether you are setting up a committee, managing finances, planning activities, meeting your governance responsibilities or thinking strategically about the future, these documents provide clear, step‑by‑step support.
Use the links below to find information on roles and responsibilities, policies, risk management, reporting requirements and more. Everything you need to build strong foundations, stay compliant and make a positive impact in your community.
Policies
UK Charity Risk Register
| Risk ID | Risk Description | Category | Likelihood (1-5) | Impact (1-5) | Score (L x I) | RAG Status | Controls in Place | Additional Actions | Owner | Review Date |
| 001 | Trustees fail to declare conflicts of interest | Governance | 3 | 4 | 12 | Amber | Conflict of interest policy | Annual trustee training | Chair | |
| 002 | Safeguarding breach involving volunteers | Operational | 2 | 5 | 10 | Amber | Safeguarding policy; DBS checks | Refresher training | Safeguarding Lead | |
| 003 | Loss of major grant funding | Financial | 4 | 5 | 20 | Red | Reserve policy | Develop fundraising strategy | Treasurer | |
| 004 | Negative press coverage | External | 3 | 3 | 9 | Amber | Media policy | Crisis comms plan | CEO | |
| 005 | GDPR non-compliance | Compliance | 3 | 4 | 12 | Amber | Data protection policy | Appoint DPO | Data Officer |