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Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau

Also known as: Redbridge CAB

Our services are free, confidential, independent & impartial, providing advice & information in Redbridge. We campaign to influence the development of social policies & ensure individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge. In addition to generalist advice, we provide specialist advisory services in debt, welfare benefits and employment. We offer volunteering opportunities in various roles.

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Activities & Mission

Our services are free, confidential, independent & impartial, providing advice & information in Redbridge. We campaign to influence the development of social policies & ensure individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge. In addition to generalist advice, we provide specialist advisory services in debt, welfare benefits and employment. We offer volunteering opportunities in various roles.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£587,530
Latest Expenditure
£566,864

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 96.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,079
Charitable Activities £583,055
Other Trading £0
Investments £3,096
Other Income £300

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £566,864
Raising Funds £0
Governance £3,284
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£587,530
£566,864£566,864£243,994£243,99422 / 35
2024
£618,006
£472,137£472,137£223,328£223,32813 / 35
2023
£407,598
£497,5510 / 56
2022
£603,053
£590,026£590,026£167,412£134,34515 / 43
2021
£550,391
£464,410£464,410£154,385£154,38519 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau

What does Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau do?

Our services are free, confidential, independent & impartial, providing advice & information in Redbridge. We campaign to influence the development of social policies & ensure individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge. In addition to generalist advice, we provide specialist advisory services in debt, welfare benefits and employment. We offer volunteering opportunities in various roles.

How much income did Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau report in 2025?

Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau reported total income of £588k and reported expenditure of £567k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau registered as a charity?

Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 April 2002 as charity number 1091547. It has been registered for 24 years.

Who runs Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau?

Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Abirede Similolu Olapade. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau operate?

Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau operates in Redbridge, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau a registered charity?

Yes — Redbridge Citizens Advice Bureau is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091547.

Details

Address
1st Floor
Redbridge Central Library
Ilford
Essex
IG1 4DU
Registration Date
5 April 2002
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3989005
Charity Number
1091547

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Trustees

Abirede Similolu Olapade Chair
ALAN JEFFERY
Alison Sheppard
BERNARD HUNTER
Dr Ebenezer Anjorin
Mandy Roberts
Nadia Qayum

Also Known As

  • Redbridge CAB

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30 July 2026
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