The British Society For Heart Failure
Also known as: Bsh
The aims of the BSH are to improve the care and outcome of patients with heart failure, and to promote research, education and scientific exchange relating to heart failure.The society's membership comprises cardiologists, GPs, nurses, surgeons, scientists, pharmacists, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals involved with the diagnosis, management or science of heart failure.
Activities & Mission
The aims of the BSH are to improve the care and outcome of patients with heart failure, and to promote research, education and scientific exchange relating to heart failure.The society's membership comprises cardiologists, GPs, nurses, surgeons, scientists, pharmacists, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals involved with the diagnosis, management or science of heart failure.
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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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 95% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 43% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,063,478 | £1,308,940 | £1,285,475 | £568,353 | £479,330 | 2 / 30 |
| 2024 | £1,150,569 | £1,105,037 | £1,089,283 | £813,815 | £721,185 | 3 / 50 |
| 2023 | £1,562,224 | £1,230,188 | £1,209,444 | £768,283 | £643,049 | 2 / 70 |
| 2022 | £1,179,120 | £1,185,706 | £1,169,834 | £436,247 | £417,434 | 3 / 70 |
| 2021 | £756,032 | £613,005 | £592,776 | £442,833 | £405,811 | 2 / 27 |
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Frequently asked questions about The British Society For Heart Failure
What does The British Society For Heart Failure do?
The aims of the BSH are to improve the care and outcome of patients with heart failure, and to promote research, education and scientific exchange relating to heart failure.The society's membership comprises cardiologists, GPs, nurses, surgeons, scientists, pharmacists, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals involved with the diagnosis, management or science of heart failure.
How much income did The British Society For Heart Failure report in 2025?
The British Society For Heart Failure reported total income of £1.06m and reported expenditure of £1.31m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British Society For Heart Failure?
The British Society For Heart Failure has a program ratio of 120.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British Society For Heart Failure registered as a charity?
The British Society For Heart Failure was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 1999 as charity number 1075720. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The British Society For Heart Failure?
The British Society For Heart Failure is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lisa Anderson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Society For Heart Failure operate?
The British Society For Heart Failure operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The British Society For Heart Failure a registered charity?
Yes — The British Society For Heart Failure is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1075720.
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