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Foundation For Science And Technology

The Foundation is a neutral body set up to facilitate debate on policy issues that have a science, engineering, technology or medical element. The Foundation publishes a journal and a website that communicates to the public the outcomes of the debates - see www.foundation.org.uk . The Foundation also provides guidance to learned and professional societies.

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Activities & Mission

The Foundation is a neutral body set up to facilitate debate on policy issues that have a science, engineering, technology or medical element. The Foundation publishes a journal and a website that communicates to the public the outcomes of the debates - see www.foundation.org.uk . The Foundation also provides guidance to learned and professional societies.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£277,656
Latest Expenditure
£332,885

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 119.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 119.9%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£277,656
£332,8850 / 50
2024
£328,137
£346,4920 / 0
2023
£294,326
£300,6630 / 0
2022
£302,452
£331,4090 / 0
2021
£303,844
£281,2280 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Foundation For Science And Technology

What does Foundation For Science And Technology do?

The Foundation is a neutral body set up to facilitate debate on policy issues that have a science, engineering, technology or medical element. The Foundation publishes a journal and a website that communicates to the public the outcomes of the debates - see www.foundation.org.uk . The Foundation also provides guidance to learned and professional societies.

How much income did Foundation For Science And Technology report in 2025?

Foundation For Science And Technology reported total income of £278k and reported expenditure of £333k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Foundation For Science And Technology registered as a charity?

Foundation For Science And Technology was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 August 1977 as charity number 274727. It has been registered for 49 years.

Who runs Foundation For Science And Technology?

Foundation For Science And Technology is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Foundation For Science And Technology operate?

Foundation For Science And Technology operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Foundation For Science And Technology a registered charity?

Yes — Foundation For Science And Technology is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274727.

Details

Address
22 GREENCOAT PLACE
LONDON
SW1P 1DX
Registration Date
31 August 1977
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
274727
Charity Number
274727

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Trustees

Daniel Shah
Dr Horia Alexandru Maior
Dr Julia Katherine Maxton
Dr Sarah Main
Also governs 2 other charities
Jonathan Neale
Karlien Porre
Professor Tariq Ali
Stephen Michael Wedgwood Benn
The Rt Hon the Lord David Willetts FRS

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