Written question asked by Lord Addington (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 28 November 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 12 December 2023. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Tuesday, 12 December 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Commonwealth: Charities

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government whether they have asked the British Commonwealth of Nations for advice on how the charitable sector can operate within the Commonwealth.

Answer: The Commonwealth is home to a wide range of charitable organisations. Through a Commonwealth Secretariat led process, eligible charities, including those based in the UK, can become recognised as Commonwealth Accredited Organisation. Accreditation includes a range of benefits to the organisation and provides a platform for enhanced Commonwealth engagement. The charity sector, as a whole, plays an important role across the Commonwealth.

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