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British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies

Also known as: B a S E E S, Basees, British Association for Slavonic and East European Studies

The association exists to advance education for the public benefit in the United Kingdom in the humanities and in the social sciences as they relate to the former Soviet Union and the countries of Eastern Europe.

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Activities & Mission

The association exists to advance education for the public benefit in the United Kingdom in the humanities and in the social sciences as they relate to the former Soviet Union and the countries of Eastern Europe.

Grants

British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2025)
£27,328
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£14,608
Latest Expenditure
£27,328

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 187.1%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£14,608
£27,3280 / 0
2024
£30,397
£26,0360 / 0
2023
£34,780
£30,5220 / 10
2022
£28,478
£26,3840 / 0
2021
£15,474
£6,9200 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies

What does British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies do?

The association exists to advance education for the public benefit in the United Kingdom in the humanities and in the social sciences as they relate to the former Soviet Union and the countries of Eastern Europe.

How much income did British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies report in 2025?

British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies registered as a charity?

British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 November 1991 as charity number 1006263. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies?

British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Rajendra Anand Chitnis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies operate?

British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies a registered charity?

Yes — British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1006263.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
27 November 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1006263
Charity Number
1006263

Trustees

Dr Gary Lawson
Dr Panayiotis Xenophontos
Dr Samuel Foster
Dr Sarah Hudspith
Professor Katharine Hodgson
Professor Matthias Neumann
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • B a S E E S
  • Basees
  • British Association for Slavonic and East European Studies

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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