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Leukaemia UK

Also known as: Leuka

Leukaemia UK promotes research into leukaemia and other blood cancers and/or related disorders, and is pioneering the development of improved care and support to those affected . The CIO changed its name from Leuka on 1st November 2019 following a merger. Its partner, Leukaemia UK was previously charity number 1150414.

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Activities & Mission

Leukaemia UK promotes research into leukaemia and other blood cancers and/or related disorders, and is pioneering the development of improved care and support to those affected . The CIO changed its name from Leuka on 1st November 2019 following a merger. Its partner, Leukaemia UK was previously charity number 1150414.

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
£3,967,327
Latest Expenditure
£3,818,765

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 57.2%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 59.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 40.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,632,742
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £230,163
Investments £104,422
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,271,173
Raising Funds £1,547,592
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £1,200,712
Other Expenditure £0

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
£3,967,327
£3,818,765£2,271,173£2,667,149£2,240,81726 / 44
2023
£2,808,286
£3,489,744£2,074,677£2,406,440£2,309,53823 / 68
2022
£2,942,217
£3,052,373£1,869,123£2,956,121£2,758,76618 / 56
2021
£1,617,587
£1,719,402£1,174,912£3,513,892£3,430,4009 / 0
2020
£1,802,198
£1,667,002£1,195,408£3,309,335£2,967,6848 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leukaemia UK

What does Leukaemia UK do?

Leukaemia UK promotes research into leukaemia and other blood cancers and/or related disorders, and is pioneering the development of improved care and support to those affected . The CIO changed its name from Leuka on 1st November 2019 following a merger. Its partner, Leukaemia UK was previously charity number 1150414.

How much income did Leukaemia UK report in 2024?

Leukaemia UK reported total income of £3.97m and reported expenditure of £3.82m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leukaemia UK registered as a charity?

Leukaemia UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 December 2013 as charity number 1154856. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Leukaemia UK?

Leukaemia UK 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 Leukaemia UK operate?

Leukaemia UK operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Leukaemia UK a registered charity?

Yes — Leukaemia UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154856.

Details

Address
26 Great Queen Street
London
WC2B 5BL
Registration Date
3 December 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5042140
Charity Number
1154856

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Trustees

Dr Jo Reynolds
Emma McKinley
Ian McCafferty
James Barlow
James Fairclough
James Lyons
Karen Cracknell
Also governs 1 other charity
Luke Cripps
Miriam Jordan Keane
Professor Alejandro Madrigal

Also Known As

  • Leuka

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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