Dame Julia Unwin, newly appointed Chair of the Charity Commission, spoke at the Third Sector Conference on 24 June 2026. She outlined the Commission’s priorities, emphasising a balance between continuity and change. Unwin noted that the sector’s main challenge remains financial resilience, citing last year’s Risk Assessment and current data showing a narrow overall surplus. She highlighted societal tensions that threaten charities, including increased threats to staff and divisive public debate. The Commission will strengthen its powers to address extremist misuse of charities and will roll out new grant‑making guidance to help charities work efficiently. Unwin also announced plans to improve online services and communications for trustees, supported by Treasury investment. She thanked charity volunteers and stressed that good governance remains essential to maintain public trust.
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