Central Readers' Council
CRC's principal activities include but are not restricted to promoting and arranging training for Readers (Licensed Lay Ministers) in the Church of England, publishing literature, training and educational materials for Readers and providing financial support for Readers' training and development as well as representing Readers in the wider Church of England.
Activities & Mission
CRC's principal activities include but are not restricted to promoting and arranging training for Readers (Licensed Lay Ministers) in the Church of England, publishing literature, training and educational materials for Readers and providing financial support for Readers' training and development as well as representing Readers in the wider Church of England.
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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 | £99,863 | £104,950 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £162,260 | £117,153 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £85,351 | £91,843 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £126,649 | £107,947 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2020 | £119,828 | £115,678 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about Central Readers' Council
What does Central Readers' Council do?
CRC's principal activities include but are not restricted to promoting and arranging training for Readers (Licensed Lay Ministers) in the Church of England, publishing literature, training and educational materials for Readers and providing financial support for Readers' training and development as well as representing Readers in the wider Church of England.
How much income did Central Readers' Council report in 2024?
Central Readers' Council reported total income of £100k and reported expenditure of £105k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Central Readers' Council registered as a charity?
Central Readers' Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 March 2019 as charity number 1182319. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Central Readers' Council?
Central Readers' Council 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 Central Readers' Council operate?
Central Readers' Council operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Central Readers' Council a registered charity?
Yes — Central Readers' Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1182319.
Details
C/O MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT TEAM
CHURCH HOUSE
27 GREAT SMITH STREET
LONDON
SW1P 3AZ
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