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National Council For The Training Of Journalists

Also known as: Nctj

The principal activities of the Charity are the provision, supervision and accreditation of journalism-related training, and the directors intend to continue to develop these activities.

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Activities & Mission

The principal activities of the Charity are the provision, supervision and accreditation of journalism-related training, and the directors intend to continue to develop these activities.

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
£1,990,185
Latest Expenditure
£2,131,786

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 48.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 45.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 55.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £457,632
Charitable Activities £53,000
Other Trading £1,391,074
Investments £85,710
Other Income £2,769

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £965,348
Raising Funds £1,166,438
Governance £24,198
Grants to Institutions £100,814
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,990,185
£2,131,786£965,348£3,004,726£1,855,21317 / 334
2024
£1,959,906
£2,534,064£2,507,086£3,161,883£1,341,95521 / 333
2023
£1,886,488
£2,193,418£2,169,819£3,638,886£1,258,04019 / 343
2022
£7,690,765
£8,159,532£8,133,230£3,909,617£1,250,04716 / 316
2021
£3,855,553
£3,139,625£3,118,808£4,556,981£1,463,74614 / 369

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about National Council For The Training Of Journalists

What does National Council For The Training Of Journalists do?

The principal activities of the Charity are the provision, supervision and accreditation of journalism-related training, and the directors intend to continue to develop these activities.

How much income did National Council For The Training Of Journalists report in 2025?

National Council For The Training Of Journalists reported total income of £1.99m and reported expenditure of £2.13m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was National Council For The Training Of Journalists registered as a charity?

National Council For The Training Of Journalists was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 September 1993 as charity number 1026685. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs National Council For The Training Of Journalists?

National Council For The Training Of Journalists is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does National Council For The Training Of Journalists operate?

National Council For The Training Of Journalists operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Is National Council For The Training Of Journalists a registered charity?

Yes — National Council For The Training Of Journalists is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1026685.

Details

Address
NEW GRANARY
STATION ROAD
NEWPORT
SAFFRON WALDEN
ESSEX
CB11 3PL
Website
www.nctj.com
Registration Date
30 September 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1026685
Charity Number
1026685

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Trustees

Alexander Martin
Fergus McKenna
Joanna Webster
JOHN HAMILTON RYLEY
John McAndrew
Maria Breslin
Also governs 1 other charity
Mark Alford
Martin Wright
Michelle Alison Johnson
Paul Sinker
Susan Brooks
Toby Leon Granville
Veronica Kan-Dapaah

Also Known As

  • Nctj

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