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The Alkaptonuria Society LTD

Also known as: The Aku Society

The Alkaptonuria Society is a patient group organisation which helps and supports people with Alkaptonuria a rare genetic disease. It helps people who suffer from Alkaptonuria and we receive worldwide enquiries. We are involved in research with the University of Liverpool to find a cure for Alkaptonuria.

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Activities & Mission

The Alkaptonuria Society is a patient group organisation which helps and supports people with Alkaptonuria a rare genetic disease. It helps people who suffer from Alkaptonuria and we receive worldwide enquiries. We are involved in research with the University of Liverpool to find a cure for Alkaptonuria.

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
£367,726
Latest Expenditure
£294,929

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 51.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £304,878
Charitable Activities £281,500
Other Trading £0
Investments £330
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £299,751
Raising Funds £600
Governance £5,152
Grants to Institutions £37,500
Other Expenditure £0

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
£367,726
£294,9290 / 6
2024
£319,392
£307,3700 / 12
2023
£381,037
£292,6180 / 21
2022
£586,708
£300,351£299,751£854,741£216,1113 / 10
2021
£335,222
£272,7500 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Alkaptonuria Society LTD

What does The Alkaptonuria Society LTD do?

The Alkaptonuria Society is a patient group organisation which helps and supports people with Alkaptonuria a rare genetic disease. It helps people who suffer from Alkaptonuria and we receive worldwide enquiries. We are involved in research with the University of Liverpool to find a cure for Alkaptonuria.

How much income did The Alkaptonuria Society LTD report in 2025?

The Alkaptonuria Society LTD reported total income of £368k and reported expenditure of £295k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Alkaptonuria Society LTD registered as a charity?

The Alkaptonuria Society LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 2003 as charity number 1101052. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs The Alkaptonuria Society LTD?

The Alkaptonuria Society LTD is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr DUNCAN BATTY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Alkaptonuria Society LTD operate?

The Alkaptonuria Society LTD operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Alkaptonuria Society LTD a registered charity?

Yes — The Alkaptonuria Society LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101052.

Details

Address
66 DEVONSHIRE ROAD
CAMBRIDGE
CB1 2BL
Registration Date
5 December 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4003749
Charity Number
1101052

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Trustees

Dr DUNCAN BATTY Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr LAKSHMINARAYON RAO RANGANATH
Dr NICOLAS SIREAU
Also governs 1 other charity
Jessica Barnes
Prof George Bou-Gharios
Professor ALAN SHENKIN
Also governs 1 other charity
PROFESSOR JAMES GALLAGHER
WILLIAM ANTHONY ESMOND

Also Known As

  • The Aku Society

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