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...
Autumn Budget 2021 – beware the smoke and mirrors
Read Jay Kennedy's, Director of Policy and Research at DSC, analysis of the autumn budget 2021.
A Department for Culture Wars will not help charities or the country
Jay Kennedy, Director of Policy and Research, comments on the government reshuffle from Wednesday 15 September.
MPs criticise government over ‘opaque’ Covid-19 funding for charities
A committee of MPs have released a critical analysis of the government’s emergency funding for charities during the Covid-19 pandemic,...
Queen’s speech contains important news for charities
Jay Kennedy summarises what we need to look out for from the Queen's Speech.
Seven ways companies provided charitable support during the pandemic
DSC’s latest research shows that companies committed at least £281 million in financial and in-kind support to UK charities and...
