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SCVO Guide to Constitutions and Charitable Status Categories
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A toolkit aimed at providing detailed guidance on Constitutions and Charitable status within the Scottish legal environment. This guide includes model constitutions approved by the Inland Revenue for a voluntary association, a company limited by guarantee and a trust.
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Choosing a Legal Structure
This guide looks at how to decide on the legal structure that is best for your organisation, covering the advantages and disadvantages of a voluntary association, a company limited by guarantee and a trust.
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Forming a Voluntary Association
This information will take you through the process of forming a voluntary association and includes a model constitution which can be adapted to your own specific needs.
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Forming a Company Limited By Guarantee
This information will guide you through the process of setting up a company limited by guarantee and includes a model memorandum and articles of association which can be adpated to your own specifc needs.
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Forming a Trust
This information will guide you through the process of setting up a trust and includes a model trust deed which can be adapted to your specific needs.
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Charitable Status
This information will help you to decide whether or not your organisation would be eligible for recognition as a Scottish charity. This covers the advantages and disadvantages associated with charitable status to help you make an informed decision.
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Appendices
This section includes a useful reading list and full contact details for some other organisations which can help with constitutions and charitable status.
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