British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust
Also known as: Bslbt, LumoTV
LumoTV is the working name for the British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust. LumoTV commissions television programmes made in British Sign Language, and distributes them on Film4 and Together TV as well as on its own app and website, www.lumotv.co.uk
Activities & Mission
LumoTV is the working name for the British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust. LumoTV commissions television programmes made in British Sign Language, and distributes them on Film4 and Together TV as well as on its own app and website, www.lumotv.co.uk
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 67% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Arts 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,406,762 | £4,287,239 | £4,287,239 | £2,147,206 | £1,554,505 | 16 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,362,716 | £4,053,308 | £4,053,308 | £2,027,683 | £2,027,683 | 17 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,521,993 | £5,183,276 | £5,183,276 | £1,718,275 | £1,718,275 | 16 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,773,219 | £3,434,650 | £3,434,650 | £2,379,558 | £2,379,558 | 15 / 0 |
| 2020 | £3,595,596 | £2,465,374 | £2,465,374 | £2,040,984 | £2,040,984 | 9 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust
What does British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust do?
LumoTV is the working name for the British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust. LumoTV commissions television programmes made in British Sign Language, and distributes them on Film4 and Together TV as well as on its own app and website, www.lumotv.co.uk
How much income did British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust report in 2024?
British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust reported total income of £4.41m and reported expenditure of £4.29m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust?
British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust has a program ratio of 97.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust registered as a charity?
British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 January 2012 as charity number 1145249. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust?
British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust operate?
British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust a registered charity?
Yes — British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145249.
Details
C/O KNOX CROPPER
153-155 LONDON ROAD
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
HP3 9SQ
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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