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Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper

Also known as: Redditch and Bromsgrove Talking Newspapers, Redditch Talking Newspaper and Support Fund

To provide a weekly talking newspaper, containing local news and other useful information including local and national government bulletins on social matters; community safety; environment; transport and leisure. The newspaper is distributed on USB memory sticks and uploaded onto the BWBF streamed service for accessing through the Talking Newspaper app and on smart speakers such as Alexa.

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Activities & Mission

To provide a weekly talking newspaper, containing local news and other useful information including local and national government bulletins on social matters; community safety; environment; transport and leisure. The newspaper is distributed on USB memory sticks and uploaded onto the BWBF streamed service for accessing through the Talking Newspaper app and on smart speakers such as Alexa.

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
£10,908
Latest Expenditure
£3,390

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 31.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 31.1%
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
£10,908
£3,3900 / 45

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper

What does Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper do?

To provide a weekly talking newspaper, containing local news and other useful information including local and national government bulletins on social matters; community safety; environment; transport and leisure. The newspaper is distributed on USB memory sticks and uploaded onto the BWBF streamed service for accessing through the Talking Newspaper app and on smart speakers such as Alexa.

How much income did Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper report in 2025?

Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper registered as a charity?

Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 October 1992 as charity number 1014645. It has been registered for 34 years.

Who runs Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper?

Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ronald Hedley Brook-Carter. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper operate?

Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper operates in Worcestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper a registered charity?

Yes — Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1014645.

Details

Address
24 BROMFIELD ROAD
REDDITCH
B97 4PN
Registration Date
8 October 1992
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1014645
Charity Number
1014645

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Trustees

Ronald Hedley Brook-Carter Chair
Donald James Cunningham
Janette Kerr
Jeffrey John Percival
MARGARET MOUNTFORD
Also governs 1 other charity
Mary Grace Tyson
Sheila Ann Smith
Susan Percival

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Redditch and Bromsgrove Talking Newspapers
  • Redditch Talking Newspaper and Support Fund

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