Darren Hooker

Partner, Capsticks

21 Dec 2015

Can charities restore the public's confidence?

Clive Vergnaud and Darren Hooker consider the recent storm of allegations about charities' fundraising methods and proposals for the regulation of these activities

7 Jul 2015

Chuggers: Nearing the end of the road?

Advances in technology might prove to be the nail in the coffin for charity street collectors, say Darren Hooker and Clive Vergnaud

13 Mar 2015

Is shooting a sport?

Darren Hooker ponders why the Charity Commission refuses to recognise shooting as a sport, even though it is recognised by Sport England and has its own national governing body

16 Oct 2014

Uneven ground

The Law Commission's recommendations on clarifying the legal basis for charity's to make social investments should be implemented without fail, says Darren Hooker

24 Sept 2014

Wiggle room for charitable foundations

Darren Hooker considers the extent to which charitable sports clubs can provide support to professional athletes

27 Aug 2014

A sporting chance: how sweat and exertion matter

Darren Hooker examines the different meanings of sport for tax and charitable purposes

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