The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust
Also known as: Cpest
Educate the public inpolitical economy
Activities & Mission
Educate the public inpolitical economy
Grants
The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £207,719
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
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 | £96,712 | £207,719 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £147,845 | £263,771 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £181,520 | £176,102 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £167,968 | £172,979 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £214,539 | £105,963 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust
What does The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust do?
Educate the public inpolitical economy
How much income did The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust report in 2025?
The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust reported total income of £97k and reported expenditure of £208k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust registered as a charity?
The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 March 1985 as charity number 291310. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust?
The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr PHILIP Bernard FAULKNER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust operate?
The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 291310.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- Cpest
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated