Public Interest News Foundation
Public Interest News Foundation (PINF) operates in the UK and works to promote public understanding and knowledge of the principles and practice of investigating, reporting and disseminating Public Interest News; promote citizenship and civic responsibility and encourage informed participation and engagement by the public; promote high standards of ethical conduct and best practice in journalism.
Activities & Mission
Public Interest News Foundation (PINF) operates in the UK and works to promote public understanding and knowledge of the principles and practice of investigating, reporting and disseminating Public Interest News; promote citizenship and civic responsibility and encourage informed participation and engagement by the public; promote high standards of ethical conduct and best practice in journalism.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 90% of UK Society charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 205). How is this calculated?
Higher than 54% of UK Society charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 72% of UK Society charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £613,339 | £718,874 | £713,702 | £62,537 | £7,034 | 4 / 1 |
| 2024 | £436,747 | £553,466 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £449,315 | £335,495 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £223,519 | £244,899 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £125,633 | £30,412 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Public Interest News Foundation
What does Public Interest News Foundation do?
Public Interest News Foundation (PINF) operates in the UK and works to promote public understanding and knowledge of the principles and practice of investigating, reporting and disseminating Public Interest News; promote citizenship and civic responsibility and encourage informed participation and engagement by the public; promote high standards of ethical conduct and best practice in journalism.
How much income did Public Interest News Foundation report in 2025?
Public Interest News Foundation reported total income of £613k and reported expenditure of £719k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Public Interest News Foundation?
Public Interest News Foundation has a program ratio of 116.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Society charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 205 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Public Interest News Foundation registered as a charity?
Public Interest News Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 2020 as charity number 1191397. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Public Interest News Foundation?
Public Interest News Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julius Weinberg. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Public Interest News Foundation operate?
Public Interest News Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Public Interest News Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Public Interest News Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191397.
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18 St. Cross Street
LONDON
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