Inquest Charitable Trust
Also known as: I C T
INQUEST was founded in 1981 following a number of controversial deaths in police and prison custody. It is the only charitable organisation in England and Wales that provides an independent, free legal and advice service to bereaved people on inquest procedures and their rights in the Coroner's Court and the civil courts.
Activities & Mission
INQUEST was founded in 1981 following a number of controversial deaths in police and prison custody. It is the only charitable organisation in England and Wales that provides an independent, free legal and advice service to bereaved people on inquest procedures and their rights in the Coroner's Court and the civil courts.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 50% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 109). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,168,538 | £1,178,136 | £1,087,421 | £90,925 | £90,925 | 17 / 25 |
| 2024 | £1,146,144 | £1,253,629 | £1,163,768 | £100,523 | £100,523 | 18 / 3 |
| 2023 | £1,150,608 | £1,118,335 | £1,036,811 | £208,008 | £197,608 | 17 / 3 |
| 2022 | £842,030 | £993,710 | £935,851 | £175,735 | £129,835 | 16 / 5 |
| 2021 | £1,068,650 | £838,246 | £783,373 | £327,415 | £327,415 | 15 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Inquest Charitable Trust
What does Inquest Charitable Trust do?
INQUEST was founded in 1981 following a number of controversial deaths in police and prison custody. It is the only charitable organisation in England and Wales that provides an independent, free legal and advice service to bereaved people on inquest procedures and their rights in the Coroner's Court and the civil courts.
How much income did Inquest Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Inquest Charitable Trust reported total income of £1.17m and reported expenditure of £1.18m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Inquest Charitable Trust?
Inquest Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 93.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 109 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Inquest Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Inquest Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 May 1995 as charity number 1046650. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Inquest Charitable Trust?
Inquest Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Diane Sarah Newton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Inquest Charitable Trust operate?
Inquest Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Inquest Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Inquest Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1046650.
Details
89-93 Fonthill Road
LONDON
N4 3JH
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated