Plymouth Proprietary Library Association
THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A LIBRARY FOR PROMOTING THE STUDY AND KNOWLEDGE OF LITERATURE AND ALL ARTISTIC AND SCIENTIFIC SUBJECTS WITH THE OBJECT OF ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF THEPUBLIC PARTICULARLY WITHIN THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH AND THE COUNTIES OF DEVON AND CORNWALL
Activities & Mission
THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A LIBRARY FOR PROMOTING THE STUDY AND KNOWLEDGE OF LITERATURE AND ALL ARTISTIC AND SCIENTIFIC SUBJECTS WITH THE OBJECT OF ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF THEPUBLIC PARTICULARLY WITHIN THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH AND THE COUNTIES OF DEVON AND CORNWALL
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £27,871 | £26,869 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £35,433 | £36,315 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £29,428 | £28,316 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £17,074 | £17,364 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £18,032 | £18,415 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Plymouth Proprietary Library Association
What does Plymouth Proprietary Library Association do?
THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A LIBRARY FOR PROMOTING THE STUDY AND KNOWLEDGE OF LITERATURE AND ALL ARTISTIC AND SCIENTIFIC SUBJECTS WITH THE OBJECT OF ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF THEPUBLIC PARTICULARLY WITHIN THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH AND THE COUNTIES OF DEVON AND CORNWALL
How much income did Plymouth Proprietary Library Association report in 2024?
Plymouth Proprietary Library Association reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Plymouth Proprietary Library Association registered as a charity?
Plymouth Proprietary Library Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 November 2019 as charity number 1186243. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Plymouth Proprietary Library Association?
Plymouth Proprietary Library Association is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Howarth. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Plymouth Proprietary Library Association operate?
Plymouth Proprietary Library Association operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Plymouth Proprietary Library Association a registered charity?
Yes — Plymouth Proprietary Library Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186243.
Details
St. Barnabas Terrace
PLYMOUTH
PL1 5NN
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