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Due to increased applications, we are currently experiencing delays. It may be up to 20 weeks for your application to be assessed.

Your organisation can begin operating while waiting for the registration decision. If all requirements were met when you applied, the registration will be backdated to that application date.

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Read the information on this page if you are ready to apply for registration. The link to apply online is also on this page.

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Backdating registration applications
The Charities Act 2005 enables Charities Services to backdate registration to the date on which it received a properly-completed application, provided the organisation is qualified for registration at that date.

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Restricting information
The Charities Act 2005 emphasises transparency and the availability of information about registered charities to "promote public trust and confidence in the charitable sector".

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