Less than a third of people trust charities, research reveals

Less than a third of people trust charities, and six out of 10 feel wages in the sector are too high, it has emerged.

Almost two thirds (64%) believe there are too many charities, and 68% think those with a similar intent should consider merging.

The research, commissioned by Charities Institute Ireland, found that almost two thirds (61%) believe that charities have an essential role in society.