Cogent Skills Limited
Also known as: Cogent Skills
The promotion of industry and commerce for the public benefit by promoting the training and education of persons employed or intending to be employed in the science based industries covering industrial sciences (including petroleum refining and distribution, chemical manufacturing, and polymers), life sciences (including pharmaceuticals and medical technologies) and nuclear.
Activities & Mission
The promotion of industry and commerce for the public benefit by promoting the training and education of persons employed or intending to be employed in the science based industries covering industrial sciences (including petroleum refining and distribution, chemical manufacturing, and polymers), life sciences (including pharmaceuticals and medical technologies) and nuclear.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 68% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample: 98). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 93% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £20,468,000 | £19,729,000 | £19,729,000 | £2,735,000 | £2,735,000 | 105 / 0 |
| 2023 | £13,287,000 | £13,023,000 | £13,023,000 | £1,996,000 | £1,996,000 | 88 / 0 |
| 2022 | £11,197,000 | £11,032,000 | £11,032,000 | £1,732,000 | £1,732,000 | 78 / 0 |
| 2021 | £11,477,000 | £11,076,000 | £11,076,000 | £1,567,000 | £1,567,000 | 74 / 0 |
| 2020 | £10,332,961 | £10,096,657 | £1,495,000 | £1,165,645 | £1,165,645 | 73 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cogent Skills Limited
What does Cogent Skills Limited do?
The promotion of industry and commerce for the public benefit by promoting the training and education of persons employed or intending to be employed in the science based industries covering industrial sciences (including petroleum refining and distribution, chemical manufacturing, and polymers), life sciences (including pharmaceuticals and medical technologies) and nuclear.
How much income did Cogent Skills Limited report in 2024?
Cogent Skills Limited reported total income of £20.47m and reported expenditure of £19.73m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cogent Skills Limited?
Cogent Skills Limited has a program ratio of 96.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample of 98 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cogent Skills Limited registered as a charity?
Cogent Skills Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 2016 as charity number 1166082. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Cogent Skills Limited?
Cogent Skills Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cogent Skills Limited operate?
Cogent Skills Limited operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Cogent Skills Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Cogent Skills Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166082.
Details
720 Mandarin Court
WARRINGTON
Centre Park
Cheshire
WA1 1GG
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- 14 May 2026
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