Legal Structure
Charitable Company
A company limited by guarantee that is also a registered charity. Dual-registered with Companies House and the Charity Commission.
Key Characteristics
- Dual registration required
- Company law + charity law apply
- Directors are also charity trustees
- Must file with both regulators
Advantages
- Gift Aid eligibility
- Familiar company structure
- Limited liability
- Can trade if ancillary to charitable purposes
Limitations
- Dual filing burden
- Complex governance
- Trading restrictions
- Both CH and CC oversight
Regulator: Companies House + Charity Commission
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