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National Debate Team

We manage participation in schools level international competitive debate across England, and work to increase participation and representation in debating across schools. Through our programmes we develop young people, ultimately selecting the England Schools Debating Team, for participation in the World Schools Debating Championships, increasing international understanding through debate.

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Activities & Mission

We manage participation in schools level international competitive debate across England, and work to increase participation and representation in debating across schools. Through our programmes we develop young people, ultimately selecting the England Schools Debating Team, for participation in the World Schools Debating Championships, increasing international understanding through debate.

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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
£17,455
Latest Expenditure
£15,637

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 89.6%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£17,455
£15,6370 / 15
2024
£14,950
£13,6450 / 5
2023
£14,383
£22,3180 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about National Debate Team

What does National Debate Team do?

We manage participation in schools level international competitive debate across England, and work to increase participation and representation in debating across schools. Through our programmes we develop young people, ultimately selecting the England Schools Debating Team, for participation in the World Schools Debating Championships, increasing international understanding through debate.

How much income did National Debate Team report in 2025?

National Debate Team reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was National Debate Team registered as a charity?

National Debate Team was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 September 2020 as charity number 1191456. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs National Debate Team?

National Debate Team is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does National Debate Team operate?

National Debate Team operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is National Debate Team a registered charity?

Yes — National Debate Team is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191456.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
24 September 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5166287
Charity Number
1191456

Trustees

Ben Stephen Jasper
Deborah Newman
Isabel Sewell Fidderman
Louis Dominic Tarnoy Collier
The English-Speaking Union of the Commonwealth
Thomas Phillip O'Reilly

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