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The Barristers' Foundation

(i) To support barristers (and prospective barristers) who may be disadvantaged within the workplace, thereby supporting diversity in the profession(ii) To support access to justice by increasing understanding of the justice system and where necessary providing access to free legal advice; and(iii) To support the rule of law in the public's interest.The charity operates in England and Wales.

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Activities & Mission

(i) To support barristers (and prospective barristers) who may be disadvantaged within the workplace, thereby supporting diversity in the profession(ii) To support access to justice by increasing understanding of the justice system and where necessary providing access to free legal advice; and(iii) To support the rule of law in the public's interest.The charity operates in England and Wales.

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
£19,560
Latest Expenditure
£12,682

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 64.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 64.8%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£19,560
£12,6820 / 0
2023
£14,360
£9,3000 / 0
2022
£13,970
£10,9450 / 0
2021
£11,960
£13,9600 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Barristers' Foundation

What does The Barristers' Foundation do?

(i) To support barristers (and prospective barristers) who may be disadvantaged within the workplace, thereby supporting diversity in the profession(ii) To support access to justice by increasing understanding of the justice system and where necessary providing access to free legal advice; and(iii) To support the rule of law in the public's interest.The charity operates in England and Wales.

How much income did The Barristers' Foundation report in 2025?

The Barristers' Foundation reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Barristers' Foundation registered as a charity?

The Barristers' Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 November 2019 as charity number 1186390. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Barristers' Foundation?

The Barristers' Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Barristers' Foundation operate?

The Barristers' Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Barristers' Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Barristers' Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186390.

Details

Address
GENERAL COUNCIL OF THE BAR
289 HIGH HOLBORN
LONDON
WC1V 7HZ
Registration Date
15 November 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5143529
Charity Number
1186390

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Trustees

James Shaw
Jim Morris
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Lucinda Orr

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