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Stevenage And North Herts Talking News

Our team of volunteers produces a weekly audio recording of local news and magazines which is copied onto memory sticks and provided free of charge, by post, to the blind or partially sighted, or those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity or disability which makes reading a strain, in the Stevenage and North Hertfordshire areas. We also loan them a player to listen to the stick.

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Activities & Mission

Our team of volunteers produces a weekly audio recording of local news and magazines which is copied onto memory sticks and provided free of charge, by post, to the blind or partially sighted, or those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity or disability which makes reading a strain, in the Stevenage and North Hertfordshire areas. We also loan them a player to listen to the stick.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,088
Latest Expenditure
£1,505

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 138.3%
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 2026.

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
2026
£1,088
£1,5050 / 28
2025
£2,000
£1,5990 / 28
2024
£99
£1,2820 / 27
2023
£1,393
£1,6950 / 24
2022
£2,590
£1,0710 / 26

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Frequently asked questions about Stevenage And North Herts Talking News

What does Stevenage And North Herts Talking News do?

Our team of volunteers produces a weekly audio recording of local news and magazines which is copied onto memory sticks and provided free of charge, by post, to the blind or partially sighted, or those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity or disability which makes reading a strain, in the Stevenage and North Hertfordshire areas. We also loan them a player to listen to the stick.

How much income did Stevenage And North Herts Talking News report in 2026?

Stevenage And North Herts Talking News reported total income of £1k and reported expenditure of £2k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Stevenage And North Herts Talking News registered as a charity?

Stevenage And North Herts Talking News was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 2019 as charity number 1184417. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Stevenage And North Herts Talking News?

Stevenage And North Herts Talking News is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Hanks Mr. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Stevenage And North Herts Talking News operate?

Stevenage And North Herts Talking News operates across 2 areas: Central Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.

Is Stevenage And North Herts Talking News a registered charity?

Yes — Stevenage And North Herts Talking News is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184417.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
15 July 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5142107
Charity Number
1184417

Trustees

Ian Hanks Mr Chair
Colin Geoffrey Blake
Neil MacQuarrie Smith Dodds
Wendy Helen Roskilly

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9 November 2026
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