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Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited

Also known as: The Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre Limited, Ms-UK, Msrc, New Pathways

MS-UK provides information and support to people affected by Multiple Sclerosis. We host a wide range of online activities including exercise for all abilities, yoga, mindfulness, information sessions and peer support groups. We also run a national helpline, produce online and printed information booklets on all aspects of life with MS, and publish our magazine, New Pathways.

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Activities & Mission

MS-UK provides information and support to people affected by Multiple Sclerosis. We host a wide range of online activities including exercise for all abilities, yoga, mindfulness, information sessions and peer support groups. We also run a national helpline, produce online and printed information booklets on all aspects of life with MS, and publish our magazine, New Pathways.

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
£969,393
Latest Expenditure
£1,023,378

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 50.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 59.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 9% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 40.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 6% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £463,791
Charitable Activities £78,642
Other Trading £636,958
Investments £25,002
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £612,664
Raising Funds £410,714
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
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
£969,393
£1,023,378£612,664£883,595£634,60819 / 200
2023
£706,640
£940,950£599,474£702,580£655,76221 / 201
2022
£757,635
£1,015,810£775,383£936,890£866,30725 / 152
2021
£936,640
£869,294£607,665£1,195,065£958,83722 / 229
2020
£790,969
£826,903£570,097£1,108,084£365,32822 / 123

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited

What does Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited do?

MS-UK provides information and support to people affected by Multiple Sclerosis. We host a wide range of online activities including exercise for all abilities, yoga, mindfulness, information sessions and peer support groups. We also run a national helpline, produce online and printed information booklets on all aspects of life with MS, and publish our magazine, New Pathways.

How much income did Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited report in 2024?

Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited reported total income of £969k and reported expenditure of £1.02m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited?

Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited has a program ratio of 50.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited registered as a charity?

Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 1994 as charity number 1033731. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited?

Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited operate?

Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Multiple Sclerosis-UK Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1033731.

Details

Address
Multiple Sclerosis-UK
D3 Knowledge Gateway
Nesfield Road
COLCHESTER
CO4 3ZL
Registration Date
24 February 1994
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1033731
Charity Number
1033731

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Trustees

Charles John Morley Stebbings
Jack Edward Darnes
Laura Marie Shukla
Laura Marsden
Matthew Peter Swan
MICHAEL HERINGTON
Rebecca Marjorie Armstrong
Suzanne Rafla

Also Known As

  • The Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre Limited
  • Ms-UK
  • Msrc
  • New Pathways

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14 May 2026
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