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Small charities are facing an uncertain future because the sector is perceived by the public to consist of "an emerging pack" of large charity brands.

A report released by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations says government funding for the sector is monopolised by a small number of household names.

NCVO's head of research Karl Wilding said: "Political support for the sector has largely translated into additional resources for relatively few large organisations" despite the fact that the government's agenda stressed the importance of local voluntary groups.


The report recommends large national charities that should establish regional structures or partnerships with local organisations.

NCVO has also revealed that medium-sized charities in east London have seen their income fall by 10 per cent with most public sector income going to large charities.