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FST Newsletter Issue 57: July 2026

Fundraising Regulator updates data privacy Charity Commission publishes research into
guidance trust in charities
The Fundraising Regulator has published new The Charity Commission has published ‘Public trust THE BENEFITS OF BECOMING A
guidance to help charities and their partner in charities 2026’ and ‘Research with trustees: 2026’
organisations comply with its code of practice when (both prepared by BMG Research).
processing personal data in fundraising. MEMBER OF THE INSTITUTION
The research found that trust in charities remains
Read the guidance: Fundraising Regulator high, with money reaching the end cause remaining OF ELECTRONICS (INST.E)
the most important driver of trust. It also found a
CGI publishes research into extended leave and quarter of charities have experienced the impacts of
governance risks a challenging social environment, including changes
in support, changing or stopping some activities,
The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland vandalism, spread of misinformation, threats and
(CGI) has published research highlighting the protests.
governance risks that can occur when charity
trustees, company directors and public appointees
Taking minutes: key points for trustees to
take extended periods of absence due to maternity
consider
leave, long-term illness, bereavement or caring The Institution of Electronics (Inst.E) offers a set of Community & Member Services
responsibilities. Stone King has recently refreshed its excellent benefits aimed at supporting electronics students,
article on key points for charity trustees to consider apprentices, professionals, and enthusiasts. The core • Access to members-only website areas: Includes
The report includes suggestions to help organisations
regarding minutes of meetings. advantages fall into three categories: professional resources, archives, and community features.
manage extended leave arrangements and mitigate
governance risks. The article includes practical points on minute- recognition, career and learning support, and • Institution email address: Members may
keeping, considerations around minute-taking and AI, community access. request a personalised email such as name@
Read the report and guidance: CGI
and other hints and tips. institutionofelectronics.ac.uk or name@i-e.org.uk.
Key Takeaway
Managing charity financial distress Read more: Stone King • Free entry to the National Electronics Competition:
The biggest benefit of joining the Institution of
Bates Wells has published a useful summary of its Electronics is gaining professional accreditation Encourages innovation and engagement with the
recent roundtable on Managing Financial Difficulties. (post-nominal letters such as M.Inst.E or F.Inst.E) that wider electronics community.
formally recognises your standing as an electronics
The roundtable examined the challenges facing • Open to a wide range of people: Students,
engineer, alongside access to a supportive
charities in the current funding environment, with apprentices, professionals, retirees, teachers, and
community, resources, and opportunities for
an emphasis on trustee duties in cases of financial enthusiasts are all welcome.
professional development.
distress, early warning signs of financial difficulty, and
practical approaches to managing emerging issues. Who Benefits Most?
Professional Recognition & Accreditation
Read more: Bates Wells
• Students & apprentices: Free membership,
• Use of post-nominal letters: Members can display
competition entry, and a clear path to professional
M.Inst.E after their name, signalling professional
accreditation.
credibility to employers and peers. Fellows may
use F.Inst.E. • Working engineers: Recognition, networking, and
opportunities to publish.
• Global recognition: Membership demonstrates
commitment to the electronics profession and is • Retired professionals & enthusiasts: Continued
recognised internationally. engagement with the field and access to
community resources.
The Society of Operations has a fantastic office • Graduate pathway: Students receive free
space becoming available in Central London, as their membership and can later apply for Grad Inst E
post-nominals upon graduation.
current tenants in Office 2.3 will be vacating on 31
Office Space August. Learning, Publishing & Career Development
This bright and well-proportioned office is ideal for a
Available small team looking for a professional and well-connected • Quarterly magazine (Electron): Members receive
the Electron magazine, keeping them updated on
workspace in a prime location. If you or someone in your
network is looking for office space in Central London, the SOE developments in electronics.
Central London would love to hear from you. Please contact Emma Thompson • Opportunity to publish: Members can submit
articles to Electron, building their professional
(from 1 September) with any enquiries (Emma.Thompson@soe.org.uk). profile.
• Support for early-career engineers: The
Institution places particular focus on students
and apprentices, offering free membership and
development opportunities.

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