Alzheimer’s Society comment on dropping the proposed tax relief cap

Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne has announced that the Government is dropping their proposed cap on the amount of tax relief donors can claim after making a large charitable donation.

Alzheimer's Society comment:

'We rely on the generosity of donors to help carry out our vital work and support the 800,000 people living with dementia in the UK. We are thrilled that the Chancellor has finally recognised the importance of charitable donations in helping charities improve the lives of those they represent'.

'In the current economic climate, it is more important than ever that people feel able to donate money to charity. The relief on tax for charitable donations will ensure that Alzheimer's Society can continue to help people to live well with dementia today and find a cure for tomorrow.'

Jeremy Hughes
Chief Executive
Alzheimer's Society

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Notes to editors

 

• One in three people over 65 will die with dementia
• Alzheimer's Society research shows that 800,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia, more than half have Alzheimer's disease. In less than ten years a million people will be living with dementia. This will soar to 1.7 million people by 2051
• Alzheimer's Society champions the rights of people living with dementia and the millions of people who care for them
• Alzheimer's Society works in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
• Alzheimer's Society supports people to live well with dementia today and funds research to find a cure for tomorrow. We rely on voluntary donations to continue our vital work. You can donate now by calling 0845 306 0898 or visiting alzheimers.org.uk
  
• Alzheimer's Society provides a National Dementia Helpline, the number is 0845 300 0336 or visit alzheimers.org.uk