A starter guide on charitable and not-for-profit legal structures for sports clubs in England and Wales for non-lawyers
Sports clubs in England and Wales have a range of options available when considering which type of structure to adopt. The structure of a club is important as it:
- Determines whether the club has its own separate legal identity
- Has an impact on members’ liability
- Determines the rules and legal requirements governing how the club is run
- Can have financial and tax implications
- Can influence the way the club is viewed by others e.g., banks, possible funders such as Sports England, etc., and the general public.
This article sets out the common structures available to sports clubs when considering which legal structure to adopt and the implications of each one[1]. It examines:
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- Tags: Amateur Sport | Charitable Incorporated Organisation | Charities | Community Amateur Sports Club | Community Interest Company | Corporate Law | Cricket | Football | Rugby | United Kingdom (UK)
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Written by
Joseph Hobbins
I am a solicitor at HCR Law.
As a solicitor specialising in charities and not-for-profit, I find it incredibly fulfilling to support charities and community organisations by applying my legal expertise to help them achieve their goals. My approach is focused on providing a thoughtful and diligent service to ensure every matter is handled efficiently and effectively.
Working within a full-service law firm, I collaborate with specialists across different areas to assist a wide range of clients, including charitable organisations, community groups, trusts, foundations, and philanthropists.
