Cruelty Free International Trust
Also known as: Animal Insight, Buav Charitable Trust
The Trust promotes animal welfare and the prevention of unnecessary suffering arising from animal experiments. It strives to educate the public in the moral and scientific arguments, for and against animal experiments; undertakes research into new techniques and alternatives to the use of animals in medical and other research; and regulatory compliance with the law in this field.
Activities & Mission
The Trust promotes animal welfare and the prevention of unnecessary suffering arising from animal experiments. It strives to educate the public in the moral and scientific arguments, for and against animal experiments; undertakes research into new techniques and alternatives to the use of animals in medical and other research; and regulatory compliance with the law in this field.
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 15% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 273). How is this calculated?
Higher than 11% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £928,373 | £436,489 | £306,310 | £1,649,766 | £1,635,623 | 4 / 0 |
| 2024 | £572,863 | £426,591 | £285,638 | £1,157,882 | £110,000 | 3 / 0 |
| 2023 | £396,096 | £442,017 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £869,458 | £442,622 | £280,158 | £1,057,531 | £1,057,531 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £430,346 | £309,975 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cruelty Free International Trust
What does Cruelty Free International Trust do?
The Trust promotes animal welfare and the prevention of unnecessary suffering arising from animal experiments. It strives to educate the public in the moral and scientific arguments, for and against animal experiments; undertakes research into new techniques and alternatives to the use of animals in medical and other research; and regulatory compliance with the law in this field.
How much income did Cruelty Free International Trust report in 2025?
Cruelty Free International Trust reported total income of £928k and reported expenditure of £436k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cruelty Free International Trust?
Cruelty Free International Trust has a program ratio of 33.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 273 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cruelty Free International Trust registered as a charity?
Cruelty Free International Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 2000 as charity number 1081183. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Cruelty Free International Trust?
Cruelty Free International Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER DEACON ACII. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cruelty Free International Trust operate?
Cruelty Free International Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Cruelty Free International Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Cruelty Free International Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081183.
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LONDON
N7 8NN
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Also Known As
- Animal Insight
- Buav Charitable Trust
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- 14 May 2026
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