The charity also makes sure no money ever passes through the hands of the teachers writing proposals.

The money the charities make from those sales support their charity work.

However, a charity may make loans for purposes other than by way of investment.

Some charities make sure people have enough food to eat and warm clothes to wear.

"The charities have made it very clear that they do not like the idea, but we're looking at all the options," he said.

A second public consultation will be held in early 2008 before the charity makes its final decision.

In the real world, private charities have made the most significant changes in people's lives.

Third place: No one could say the charity had made a dog's breakfast of their latest event.

If the charity makes no charge at all the activity is unlikely to be considered business.

If the charity makes an admission charge please read paragraph 5.1.