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Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association

The overall Object of the Association is the conservation, restoration, study, selection, and improvement for the public benefit of the native honey bee of Britain and Ireland (Apis mellifera mellifera), and of near-native and locally adapted honey bees. It does this by: information, education, applied and scientific research and study, sustainable beekeeping, and conservation initiatives.

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Activities & Mission

The overall Object of the Association is the conservation, restoration, study, selection, and improvement for the public benefit of the native honey bee of Britain and Ireland (Apis mellifera mellifera), and of near-native and locally adapted honey bees. It does this by: information, education, applied and scientific research and study, sustainable beekeeping, and conservation initiatives.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£42,385
Latest Expenditure
£26,316

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 62.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 62.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£42,385
£26,3160 / 0
2023
£39,916
£26,3170 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association

What does Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association do?

The overall Object of the Association is the conservation, restoration, study, selection, and improvement for the public benefit of the native honey bee of Britain and Ireland (Apis mellifera mellifera), and of near-native and locally adapted honey bees. It does this by: information, education, applied and scientific research and study, sustainable beekeeping, and conservation initiatives.

How much income did Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association report in 2024?

Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association reported total income of £42k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association registered as a charity?

Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 November 2022 as charity number 1200969. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association?

Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nicholas Colin Mawby. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association operate?

Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association a registered charity?

Yes — Bee Improvement & Bee Breeders Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200969.

Details

Address
10 Skiers Hall
Elsecar
BARNSLEY
South Yorkshire
S74 8EU
Registration Date
10 November 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5205759
Charity Number
1200969

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Trustees

Nicholas Colin Mawby Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
Emma Buckley
Gareth Edward Newell Trehearn
Also governs 1 other charity
Karl Colyer
Lynn Dora Cartwright
Also governs 1 other charity
Martina Hendry
Michael Andrews
Roger Andrew Frank Patterson
Also governs 1 other charity
Stephen Paul McGrath

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