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Tamworth Talking Newspaper

Based in Tamworth, Staffs, Tamworth Talking Newspaper records local news in audio form and distributes copies free of charge to people with visual impairment. It also subscribes to and distributes audio versions of a range of weekly and monthly magazines, again free of charge.

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Activities & Mission

Based in Tamworth, Staffs, Tamworth Talking Newspaper records local news in audio form and distributes copies free of charge to people with visual impairment. It also subscribes to and distributes audio versions of a range of weekly and monthly magazines, again free of charge.

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
£2,890
Latest Expenditure
£3,259

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 112.8%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£12,244
£3,0810 / 7
2022
£20,729
£10,9240 / 20

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Frequently asked questions about Tamworth Talking Newspaper

What does Tamworth Talking Newspaper do?

Based in Tamworth, Staffs, Tamworth Talking Newspaper records local news in audio form and distributes copies free of charge to people with visual impairment. It also subscribes to and distributes audio versions of a range of weekly and monthly magazines, again free of charge.

How much income did Tamworth Talking Newspaper report in 2023?

Tamworth Talking Newspaper reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Tamworth Talking Newspaper registered as a charity?

Tamworth Talking Newspaper was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 November 2011 as charity number 1144747. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Tamworth Talking Newspaper?

Tamworth Talking Newspaper is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Tamworth Talking Newspaper operate?

Tamworth Talking Newspaper operates across 2 areas: Staffordshire and Warwickshire.

Is Tamworth Talking Newspaper a registered charity?

Yes — Tamworth Talking Newspaper is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1144747.

Details

Address
22 Claremont Road
Tamworth
B79 8EN
Registration Date
22 November 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5021978
Charity Number
1144747

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Trustees

ANN HUGHES
Anthony Kenneth Poulton-Smith
Also governs 1 other charity
EDNA SCHAFER-HUGHES
ROGER JOHN CHESHIRE
Also governs 1 other charity
TRISH LAMBERT
VANESSA NGAIRE BELL

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