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The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper

Also known as: Cdtn

Provide weekly audio cassette tapes of local news free of charge for the blind and visually impaired.

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Activities & Mission

Provide weekly audio cassette tapes of local news free of charge for the blind and visually impaired.

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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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£16,787
Latest Expenditure
£4,141

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 24.7%
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 2026.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£16,787
£4,1410 / 55

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Frequently asked questions about The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper

What does The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper do?

Provide weekly audio cassette tapes of local news free of charge for the blind and visually impaired.

How much income did The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper report in 2026?

The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper registered as a charity?

The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 April 1974 as charity number 265605. It has been registered for 52 years.

Who runs The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper?

The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALAN RUSTAGE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper operate?

The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper a registered charity?

Yes — The Colchester And District Talking Newspaper is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 265605.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
26 April 1974
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
265605
Charity Number
265605

Trustees

ALAN RUSTAGE Chair
BARBARA PEARS
David Evans
Geoffrey Lee
Leslie Clark
Mike Kirby
Robert Finch
Val Vincent

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Cdtn

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