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The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences

Also known as: Bafs

The Academy is an information and education charity that exists to encourage the study, imrpove the practice and advance the knowledge of Forensic Sciences in Science, Medicine and the Law.

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Activities & Mission

The Academy is an information and education charity that exists to encourage the study, imrpove the practice and advance the knowledge of Forensic Sciences in Science, Medicine and the Law.

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
£38,250
Latest Expenditure
£43,121

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 112.7%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£38,250
£43,1210 / 0
2023
£36,255
£51,0030 / 0
2022
£52,075
£94,3540 / 0
2021
£27,722
£23,2520 / 0
2020
£26,834
£23,0790 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences

What does The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences do?

The Academy is an information and education charity that exists to encourage the study, imrpove the practice and advance the knowledge of Forensic Sciences in Science, Medicine and the Law.

How much income did The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences report in 2024?

The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences reported total income of £38k and reported expenditure of £43k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences registered as a charity?

The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 August 1988 as charity number 299875. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences?

The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is John William Francis Kennedy. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences operate?

The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences a registered charity?

Yes — The British Academy Of Forensic Sciences is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299875.

Details

Address
King's College London
150 Stamford Street
London
SE1 9NH
Registration Date
15 August 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
299875
Charity Number
299875

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Trustees

John William Francis Kennedy Chair
Andrew Stevenson
David Kennedy
Dr Andrew Forrester
Dr Claire Power
Dr Piyal Sen
Leisa Nichols-Drew
Leslie Millin
Lorna Hackett
Paul Dainty
Peter Watson
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor DENISE SYNDERCOMBE COURT
Professor Peter Vanezis
Tracy Alexander

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Bafs

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