Policy
We’re not a membership body – we see ourselves as a ‘concerned citizen’, acting independently on behalf of, often small, organisations whose needs may not be considered in public policy. We ask critical questions, often challenge the prevailing view, and promote debate on important issues. Scroll down to read about our policy positions and principles.
Our policy work
DSC's policy work
To some extent the terms ‘policy’, ‘campaigning’, ‘advocacy’, ‘lobbying’, or ‘public affairs’ can be used interchangeably and may mean different...
DSC’s 2024 policy year in review
Jay Kennedy reviews 2024 through the policy lens and looks ahead to 2025.
Let’s make the most of a civil society covenant
Jay Kennedy explains why the Civil Society Covenant is important for the sector.
Budget 2024: ‘fixing the foundations’
Jay Kennedy, Director of Policy and Research at DSC, reviews the Budget and details what it means for the sector.
Experts give top tips for campaigners at DSC’s Engage conference
Missed out on this year's Engage conference? Here's a round-up of what went on.
There is legitimacy on both sides of the funding battle
Funders are carrying the burden of massive demand – it could well be the right thing for some to temporarily...
The Charity Commission says that public trust and confidence in charities is stable and quite high: so what?
Public trust in charities is stable, but what does it mean for the sector?
Our policy principles
Read our policy and campaigns articles and feeling as passionate about supporting charities as we are?
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