Civil society groups warn new Charity Commission powers could ‘suppress’ advocacy
Exclusive: Ministers urged to consult sector on proposed social cohesion measures meant to tackle extremism Several leading civil society organisations have urged the government to consult the sector before introducing new powers for the Charity Commission, which they warn risks “suppressing legitimate advocacy” at a time when civic space is under increased pressure. Signatories including leaders from some of the UK’s largest civil society bodies, alongside faith-based and community organisation
Exclusive: Letter urges ministers to consult on Charity Commission measures meant to tackle extremism
Several leading civil society organisations have urged the government to consult the sector before introducing new powers for the Charity Commission, which they caution risks “suppressing legitimate advocacy” at a time when civic space is under increased pressure.
Signatories, including leaders from some of the UK’s largest civil society bodies, alongside faith-based and community organisations, wrote to the culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, saying the proposed social cohesion measures could lead to the “suppression of lawful advocacy, campaigning and community engagement”.
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