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talking news federation

The charity supports elderly people, people with disabilities, and other charities or voluntary bodies. Talking News Federation is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by providing services. The charity is based in Swindon and operates in England And Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

The Talking News Federation exists to support and assist almost 325 local Talking Newspapers to deliver local news and information in audio to blind, partially sighted and print disabled people.

Fundraising

See where Talking News Federation is active and find local fundraising opportunities.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£59,935
Latest Expenditure
£50,899

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 84.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 84.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£59,935£50,8990 / 6
2023£87,239£32,4390 / 6
2022£41,754£26,8840 / 25
2021£26,320£12,3910 / 14

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers