Insurance for village halls
It is essential that voluntary organisations are covered by suitable insurance. Voluntary management committees are responsible for the people, their working environment and the property of the organisation and this includes the adequate provision of insurance which complies with relevant legislation.
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Hall access and awareness
Village halls and community buildings are classed as service providers in the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and as such need to comply with the requirements of the Act. In addition, hall committees will want to ensure that their building and activities are genuinely accessible and welcoming to all.
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Legal Advice for Voluntary Organisations and Individuals
A note on the availability of legal advice for voluntary organisations and for people working or volunteering within the voluntary sector.
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Companies Act 2006 - Charitable Issues
Information provided by MacRoberts on the Companies Act 2006, specifically the sections which may affect charities in Scotland.
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Alcohol licensing
The Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 came into force on 1st September 2009 and replaces the Licensing (Scotland) Act 1976. A licence is required if alcohol is being sold. This page sets out some of the conditions that apply to voluntary organisations.
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Charity Law
Provides links to the 'Charitable Status' pages of this site, which deal with current charity law.
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Employment Law
Provides information about the SCVO Guide 'Working With Us - Good Employment Practice for Voluntary Organisations in Scotland'.
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Health and Safety Legislation and Village Halls
These page signpost the best information on health and safety for village halls.
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Health and Safety Law
Introduction to the requirements of Health and Safety legislation (mainly the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act) including risk assessment, H&S policy, H&S committee, H&S representatives, hygiene, food hygiene, accident register, First Aid, fire, display screens, training plus a note of further resources.
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Freedom Of Information (Scotland) Act 2002
A quick overview of the Act and how it might be used by the voluntary sector to get information plus, in particular, the possible designation of voluntary organisations as bodies liable to provide information under the Act and what this might mean in practice.
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Food Safety and Hygiene
The purpose of this guidance is to provide you with an overview of the main food safety requirements as they apply to community facilities, church and village halls.
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Smoking in Public Places
From 6am on March 26, 2006, smoking will no longer be allowed in the majority of enclosed public places to protect people from the harmful effects of passive smoking. This will apply to village and community halls. This page points to Scottish Executive guidance.
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The Protection of Children (Scotland) Act 2003
A link to guidance on the key provisions of 'POCSA' which introduced a number of changes to the child protection framework in Scotland.
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Testing of portable electrical equipment
The Health and Safety Executive explodes the myth that office equipment must be tested by a qualified electrician every year (PAT tested).
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Equal Opportunities Law
Covers the main areas of equal opportunities law, types of discrimination and some exemptions.
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Licensing Law for Village Halls
A number of licences affect activities that are carried out in halls. This page summarises the main types of activity and the licenses that apply.
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Hire Agreements
A hiring agreement or condition of let is recommended to protect both parties. This page covers some of the things to consider and gives links to model and example agreements.
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Fire safety legislation
New fire safety legislation came into effect on 1st October 2006 affecting the majority of non-domestic premises in Scotland. The new fire safety regime is based on the principles of risk assessment and places responsibility for assessing risk from fire and providing appropriate fire safety measures, with those with control to any extent of premises (duty holders).
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Oil storage regulations
From 1st April 2010 all village halls and community buildings have to comply with the 2006 oil storage regulations. This includes ensuring that your oil storage tank has secondary containment to avoid pollution of the environment. Details of the regulations and where to get help are included.
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