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British-Italian Society

Also known as: Bis, British - Italian Society

To increase knowledge and understanding in the United Kingdom of Italy in all its aspects, and to assist charities or persons in need of help following major disasters in Great Britain or Italy, the society holds events of a cultural or educational nature and publishes an annual magazine "Rivista".

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Activities & Mission

To increase knowledge and understanding in the United Kingdom of Italy in all its aspects, and to assist charities or persons in need of help following major disasters in Great Britain or Italy, the society holds events of a cultural or educational nature and publishes an annual magazine "Rivista".

Grants

British-Italian Society makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£37,915
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, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage

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.

Country

Region

Financial Information

Latest Income
£28,772
Latest Expenditure
£37,915

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 131.8%
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
£28,772
£37,9150 / 0
2024
£27,389
£31,7580 / 0
2023
£25,345
£26,6030 / 1
2022
£20,296
£25,1840 / 2
2021
£17,292
£19,4740 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British-Italian Society

What does British-Italian Society do?

To increase knowledge and understanding in the United Kingdom of Italy in all its aspects, and to assist charities or persons in need of help following major disasters in Great Britain or Italy, the society holds events of a cultural or educational nature and publishes an annual magazine "Rivista".

How much income did British-Italian Society report in 2025?

British-Italian Society reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £38k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British-Italian Society registered as a charity?

British-Italian Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 August 1967 as charity number 253386. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs British-Italian Society?

British-Italian Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Jones CMG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British-Italian Society operate?

British-Italian Society operates across 2 areas: Italy and London.

Is British-Italian Society a registered charity?

Yes — British-Italian Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 253386.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
9 August 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
253386
Charity Number
253386

Trustees

Peter Jones CMG Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Carla Passino
Caroline Moorehead OBE
Francesca Luisa Barra
Jon Wareing
Jonathan Charles Wentworth Malim
Luca Marin
Prof Jane Elizabeth Everson
Roberta Elena Elvira Faccio

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Bis
  • British - Italian Society

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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