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Rotherham Talking Newspaper

Also known as: Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham Talking Newspaper Association

Provision of local news on audio cassette, memory stick or CD for blind or visually impaired people in the local area. Also provision of weekly and monthly audio magazines

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Activities & Mission

Provision of local news on audio cassette, memory stick or CD for blind or visually impaired people in the local area. Also provision of weekly and monthly audio magazines

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
£50,265
Latest Expenditure
£28,922

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 57.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 57.5%
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 2024.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£50,265
£28,9220 / 5
2023
£21,659
£28,4730 / 1
2022
£20,992
£23,0920 / 4
2021
£18,168
£27,6870 / 4
2020
£36,345
£29,7670 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Rotherham Talking Newspaper

What does Rotherham Talking Newspaper do?

Provision of local news on audio cassette, memory stick or CD for blind or visually impaired people in the local area. Also provision of weekly and monthly audio magazines

How much income did Rotherham Talking Newspaper report in 2024?

Rotherham Talking Newspaper reported total income of £50k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Rotherham Talking Newspaper registered as a charity?

Rotherham Talking Newspaper was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1982 as charity number 512545. It has been registered for 44 years.

Who runs Rotherham Talking Newspaper?

Rotherham Talking Newspaper is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is LISA JANE ASTLE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Rotherham Talking Newspaper operate?

Rotherham Talking Newspaper operates in Rotherham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Rotherham Talking Newspaper a registered charity?

Yes — Rotherham Talking Newspaper is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 512545.

Details

Address
Rotherham Talking Newspapers
Rosehill VICTORIA PARK
Rawmarsh
ROTHERHAM
S62 7HJ
Registration Date
15 April 1982
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
512545
Charity Number
512545

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Trustees

LISA JANE ASTLE Chair
DOREEN ATKINSON
Heather Denise Lilleker
JOHN BINSTEAD
Robert Wilkinson
SALLY BELINDA WILKINSON
Wendy Susan Birch

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham Talking Newspaper Association
  • Rotherham Talking Newspaper

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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