It would appear that the Windows 10 ESU deadline, the date after which machines stop receiving security updates, has been extended. According to the Microsoft blog https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2025/06/24/stay-secure-with-windows-11-copilot-pcs-and-windows-365-before-support-ends-for-windows-10/, “Once you select an option and follow the on-screen steps, your PC will automatically be enrolled. ESU coverage for personal devices runs from Oct. 15, 2025, through Oct. […]
Charity Governance
Watch out for holiday season scam emails
The summer break can be a time when we may all receive a higher number of scam emails, which take advantage of people being away and so roles being undertaken by people with less experience. Here is a reminder of the guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/phishing-scams/spot-scams.
How the Register of Overseas Entities helps to tackle economic crime
Companies House has just published a blog on this topic and, if it affects you, you can read it at https://companieshouse.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/18/how-the-register-of-overseas-entities-helps-to-tackle-economic-crime/.
Digital Risk Index 2026 infographic
The IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) is the policy neutral, not-for-profit professional home for privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility globally and we are pleased to be members of it. The IAPP has just launched their digital risk index 2026 and have produced a helpful infographic which you can download with the link https://iapp.org/resources/article/navigate-digital-risk-index. […]
Updated Charities Act 2016 guidance
The Fundraising Regulator have updated their guidance on The Charities (Protection and Social Investment) Act 2016: Fundraising reporting requirements with the latest data, information and statistics. Charities in England and Wales that must have their accounts audited and raise funds from the public are required to include statements on specific areas of their fundraising in their annual reports. You can find […]