For charity trustees, both new and more experienced, the pressure to read and absorb Charity Commission guidance might feel like a daunting task. This is perhaps even more so in the potentially thorny arena of political activity and campaigning.

Many charities seek to influence political change, at local, regional and national level. This is nothing new, or surprising, and for many charities, is an important way for them to highlight the issues that affect their beneficiaries, and campaign for positive change on their behalf. But we recognise that it is one of the more complex issues that trustees face.