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The British Sociological Association

Also known as: Bsa

The British Sociological Association's charitable primary objective is to promote sociology. It is the professional association representing sociologists in the UK. Founded in 1951, the BSA provides a network of communication to all who are concerned with the promotion and use of sociology and sociological research.

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Activities & Mission

The British Sociological Association's charitable primary objective is to promote sociology. It is the professional association representing sociologists in the UK. Founded in 1951, the BSA provides a network of communication to all who are concerned with the promotion and use of sociology and sociological research.

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
£976,566
Latest Expenditure
£1,001,214

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 86.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 84.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0
Charitable Activities £383,466
Other Trading £555,313
Investments £20,639
Other Income £17,148

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £847,518
Raising Funds £0
Governance £10,041
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £153,696

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
£976,566
£1,001,214£847,518£2,901,486£1,418,23511 / 500
2023
£1,263,733
£1,179,749£1,029,231£2,968,558£1,405,02411 / 500
2022
£1,055,290
£889,987£734,879£2,871,971£1,420,35610 / 500
2021
£945,707
£756,593£593,255£2,687,233£1,172,92411 / 500
2020
£974,502
£845,188£685,519£2,451,965£1,173,23012 / 450

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The British Sociological Association

What does The British Sociological Association do?

The British Sociological Association's charitable primary objective is to promote sociology. It is the professional association representing sociologists in the UK. Founded in 1951, the BSA provides a network of communication to all who are concerned with the promotion and use of sociology and sociological research.

How much income did The British Sociological Association report in 2024?

The British Sociological Association reported total income of £977k and reported expenditure of £1.00m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The British Sociological Association registered as a charity?

The British Sociological Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 2000 as charity number 1080235. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs The British Sociological Association?

The British Sociological Association is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The British Sociological Association operate?

The British Sociological Association operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The British Sociological Association a registered charity?

Yes — The British Sociological Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1080235.

Details

Address
The British Sociological Associatio
Chancery Court
Belmont Business Park
DURHAM
DH1 1TW
Registration Date
7 April 2000
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3970748
Charity Number
1080235

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Trustees

Anika Irischa Leslie-Walker
Dr Jason Atta Kwei Arday
Dr Jennifer Kay Remnant
Dr Kalwinder Sandhu
Dr Maryam Sholevar
Dr Paul Ian Campbell
Dr Shoba Arun
Justice Aina
Professor Angharad Beckett
Professor Richard David Waller
Professor Vanessa Linda Katarina May
Sarah Jane Fawcett
Sunny Vikash Gunessee

Also Known As

  • Bsa

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30 July 2026
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