The PCC will be a charity, and will be subject to the law relating to charities. Individual members of the PCC will be in the same position as trustees of a charity. Helpful guidance on this is available from the Charity Commission. Their website contains a number of useful guidance leaflets, including
CC3 – The Essential Trustee – What You Need to Know ‘ This sets out guidance on the main duties and responsibilities of trustees.
CC18 – Use of Church Halls for Village Halls and Other Charitable Purposes ‘ Note that the Legal Department of the Archbishop’s Council has circulated some advice regarding the application of the Licensing Act 2003 to churches and church halls with regard to ‘regulated entertainment’.
CC21 – Registering as a Charity ‘ This sets out guidance on the requirements for registration of charities with the Charity Commission
The Parish Resources website also contains useful material on the role and duties of PCCs
