Back On Track Manchester LTD
Also known as: Northern Education and Resettlement Information Services Ltd, N E a R I S, Nearis
We provide education, training, volunteering and associated support for excluded adults in Greater Manchester. Our services are aimed at adults who have been through some form of resettlement process related to substance misuse, homelessness, mental illnes, or offending behaviour. We also provide resources /training for other organisations in our field. (Formerly known as MERC and NEARIS.)
Activities & Mission
We provide education, training, volunteering and associated support for excluded adults in Greater Manchester. Our services are aimed at adults who have been through some form of resettlement process related to substance misuse, homelessness, mental illnes, or offending behaviour. We also provide resources /training for other organisations in our field. (Formerly known as MERC and NEARIS.)
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 53% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 520). How is this calculated?
Higher than 54% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,411,922 | £1,361,139 | £1,318,235 | £400,663 | £341,858 | 29 / 40 |
| 2024 | £1,043,821 | £993,256 | £953,511 | £349,880 | £296,808 | 26 / 40 |
| 2023 | £848,338 | £815,603 | £778,735 | £299,315 | £263,176 | 23 / 50 |
| 2022 | £784,925 | £830,413 | £798,173 | £266,580 | £226,090 | 26 / 40 |
| 2021 | £905,104 | £828,800 | £803,466 | £312,068 | £258,327 | 29 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Back On Track Manchester LTD
What does Back On Track Manchester LTD do?
We provide education, training, volunteering and associated support for excluded adults in Greater Manchester. Our services are aimed at adults who have been through some form of resettlement process related to substance misuse, homelessness, mental illnes, or offending behaviour. We also provide resources /training for other organisations in our field. (Formerly known as MERC and NEARIS.)
How much income did Back On Track Manchester LTD report in 2025?
Back On Track Manchester LTD reported total income of £1.41m and reported expenditure of £1.36m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Back On Track Manchester LTD?
Back On Track Manchester LTD has a program ratio of 93.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 53% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 520 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Back On Track Manchester LTD registered as a charity?
Back On Track Manchester LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 1993 as charity number 1017467. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Back On Track Manchester LTD?
Back On Track Manchester LTD is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gillian Drakeford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Back On Track Manchester LTD operate?
Back On Track Manchester LTD operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Back On Track Manchester LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Back On Track Manchester LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1017467.
Details
20 Swan Street
Manchester
M4 5JW
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Also Known As
- Northern Education and Resettlement Information Services Ltd
- N E a R I S
- Nearis
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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