Spotlight 2026: the annual Bates Wells charity conference | 3 November 2026
Our annual charity sector conference brings together representatives from across civil society to discuss big picture questions and make connections. This year we will be exploring the theme of ‘Charities and Change’. Check out the full agenda below, our speaker line-up and how to sign up. Gain insights from sector leaders In the face of …
Talk Green, Prove Green: a practical compliance checklist
The EU Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/825) (the “ECGTD”) is now part of the consumer-law landscape for businesses operating in EU markets. The challenge is turning the legal rules into practical decisions about claims, labels, packaging, stock and contracts. In the first article in this series, “Talk Green, Prove Green: …
Textiles made of agricultural waste, sustainable supply chains and the needed changes in the fashion industry: in conversation with Sarah Angold, 29acacia
Oliver Scutt recently sat down with Sarah Angold, co-founder of 29acacia, to discuss her determination to transform the fashion industry by producing textiles from agricultural banana waste. The idea was born when her business partner Varun, whose experience in agricultural waste management in India meant he was seeing in real time the large-scale waste streams …
Charity Legacy Conference 2026: maximising and protecting legacy income
With charity income under increasing pressure, legacy income is a consistently reliable source, helping charities maintain stability through these challenging times. We recently hosted our annual Charity Legacy Conference for legacy professionals, this year focusing on how to maximise and protect legacy income. Here are some of the key legal and practical takeaways from the …
Innovate for Impact – explore our webinar series for charities using technology for good
Technology is changing how charities tackle today’s challenges, creating new opportunities to build on your impact while staying compliant. Sign up for our webinar series below to gain insights from legal experts about legislative developments and key compliance takeaways on a range of topics, including using AI to support fundraising activities, developing tech-based solutions for …
Bates Wells podcast: People & Culture podcast
What legal developments are shaping today’s workplace and how will they impact HR teams? Listen to the People & Culture podcast for practical insights, real stories, and thought-provoking perspectives on a range of HR and employment developments. We’ll be taking a 360° look at topical issues. From policy to practice, hear from experts on crisis …
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