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Merton Talking Newspaper Association

Serving the visually impaired and blind residents of the London Borough of Merton by distributing free weekly audio recordings on memory sticks and as attachments to Emails. The recordings include local news (mainly from the free local newspaper) and a 30-minute audio Magazine on a wide range of topics of general interest.

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Activities & Mission

Serving the visually impaired and blind residents of the London Borough of Merton by distributing free weekly audio recordings on memory sticks and as attachments to Emails. The recordings include local news (mainly from the free local newspaper) and a 30-minute audio Magazine on a wide range of topics of general interest.

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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,665
Latest Expenditure
£1,408

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 84.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 84.6%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£20,567
£7,8520 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Merton Talking Newspaper Association

What does Merton Talking Newspaper Association do?

Serving the visually impaired and blind residents of the London Borough of Merton by distributing free weekly audio recordings on memory sticks and as attachments to Emails. The recordings include local news (mainly from the free local newspaper) and a 30-minute audio Magazine on a wide range of topics of general interest.

How much income did Merton Talking Newspaper Association report in 2023?

Merton Talking Newspaper Association reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Merton Talking Newspaper Association registered as a charity?

Merton Talking Newspaper Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 October 1976 as charity number 272221. It has been registered for 50 years.

Who runs Merton Talking Newspaper Association?

Merton Talking Newspaper Association is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Wayne Busbridge. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Merton Talking Newspaper Association operate?

Merton Talking Newspaper Association operates in Merton, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Merton Talking Newspaper Association a registered charity?

Yes — Merton Talking Newspaper Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272221.

Details

Address
Merton Talking Newspaper
C/O - Merton Vision
67 Clarendon Road
London
SW19 2DX
Registration Date
25 October 1976
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
272221
Charity Number
272221

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Trustees

Wayne Busbridge Chair
Benjamin Roles
DENIS MCGRATH
Matthew John Frederick Matthews Upson
Steven John Moore

Sectors & Classifications

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