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OSCR publishes guidance on how to manage trustee information on OSCR Online

The Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) has introduced new requirements for Scottish charities to submit trustee information through its online platform, implementing provisions of the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023. The guidance details how to manage trustee information through OSCR Online, including how to add charity trustee details and what new information is now required. These changes aim to strengthen transparency and accountability across the sector. From 30 June 2025, any charity submitting a new annual return using OSCR Online must provide up-to-date trustee information as part of the submission.

Private Client weekly highlights—10 July 2025

This week’s edition of Private Client highlights includes a case on the duty of a trustee to account for personal benefit and a case in which the court refused to set aside an appointment made by trustees which was outside of their powers. The government has announced the date of Legislation Day.

UK tax crackdown on wealthy aims for £500m by 2030

Law360, London: Planned increases in HMRC’s staffing and overall capabilities, including 400 people to focus on risks posed by offshore wealth, are expected to generate an additional £500m in added tax compliance revenue by the 2029–30 tax year, the British tax agency said.

OPG updates guidance on court-appointed deputy responsibilities

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has updated its guidance for court-appointed deputies in England and Wales. The update includes revised contact centre and international telephone numbers, the addition of relay service information, and updates to the Crown logo and version numbering.

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