The British Museum appears close to a decision on returning the Elgin marbles – here’s how it might navigate the legal challenges.
- Reader in Law, Univeristy of Manchester, University of Manchester
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An expert in the charity sector responds to Jeff Bezos’s request for advice on how to give his money away.
Charities are limited in how much they can spend on campaigning. Is this justified?
Charities’ victory in inheritance case a relief for legacy fundraisers, but raises wider questions about individuals’ motives.
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