Written question asked by Lord Addington (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 17 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 1 October 2026. It was answered by Baroness Winterton of Doncaster (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

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Charities

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what guidance and information they have published regarding UK charities donating to causes in other countries regarding what information they require to be reported back to prove that the funds have been correctly allocated and used; and where UK charities can seek further information on this matter.

Answer

Ensuring the correct use of charitable funds is a matter for charity trustees and the Charity Commission, guidance around due diligence on the end use of funds can be found on the Charity Commission website.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL3664

Session

2026-27

Subjects

Charities Regulation

Link

View this Written question on www.parliament.uk