Minister for Civil Society Tracey Crouch has responded to two written questions by Stephanie Peacock MP (Lab, Barnsley East) regarding the fees charged by online fundraising platforms on Gift Aided money.

Stephanie Peacock: To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment he has made of the transparency of the fees charged by online fundraising platforms on Gift Aided money, and if he will make a statement.

Tracey Crouch: Online fundraising platforms raise significant funds for charitable causes, but need to ensure high standards of transparency so that members of the public can make informed choices about their giving.

The Fundraising Regulator and the Charity Commission are working with online fundraising platforms to set high standards, improve transparency and provide guidance. The platforms have confirmed their commitment to transparency on fees and charges. There are currently no plans to limit the fees charged.”