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County Durham Talking Newspaper

Also known as: Cdtn

CDTN provides weekly audio versions of local newspaper content for the visually impaired in County Durham, and, in some cases, neighbouring areas. Listeners sometimes contribute with their recorded stories or audio-book reviews. The service is run solely by volunteers and is completely free.

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Activities & Mission

CDTN provides weekly audio versions of local newspaper content for the visually impaired in County Durham, and, in some cases, neighbouring areas. Listeners sometimes contribute with their recorded stories or audio-book reviews. The service is run solely by volunteers and is completely free.

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.

Local Authority

Durham

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,969
Latest Expenditure
£6,657

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 338.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 338.1%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£1,969
£6,6570 / 4
2023
£5,773
£6,2110 / 6
2022
£5,283
£6,2430 / 8
2021
£7,230
£10,0430 / 8
2020
£4,450
£7,0130 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about County Durham Talking Newspaper

What does County Durham Talking Newspaper do?

CDTN provides weekly audio versions of local newspaper content for the visually impaired in County Durham, and, in some cases, neighbouring areas. Listeners sometimes contribute with their recorded stories or audio-book reviews. The service is run solely by volunteers and is completely free.

How much income did County Durham Talking Newspaper report in 2024?

County Durham Talking Newspaper reported total income of £2k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was County Durham Talking Newspaper registered as a charity?

County Durham Talking Newspaper was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 January 2015 as charity number 1159940. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs County Durham Talking Newspaper?

County Durham Talking Newspaper is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN PRIOR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does County Durham Talking Newspaper operate?

County Durham Talking Newspaper operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is County Durham Talking Newspaper a registered charity?

Yes — County Durham Talking Newspaper is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159940.

Details

Address
COUNTY DURHAM TALKING NEWSPAPER
Unit 1
City West Business Park
ST. JOHNS ROAD
MEADOWFIELD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
DURHAM
Registration Date
14 January 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5056557
Charity Number
1159940

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Trustees

STEPHEN PRIOR Chair
ALICE SEVERS
LEITA PRIOR BA, MA
Linda Johnson

Also Known As

  • Cdtn

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