The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology)
Also known as: The Howard League
The Howard League for Penal Reform works for a safer society where fewer people are victims of crime.The Howard League for Penal Reform believes that offenders must make amends for what they have done and change their lives.The Howard League for Penal Reform believes that community sentences make a person take responsibility and live a law abiding life in the community.
Activities & Mission
The Howard League for Penal Reform works for a safer society where fewer people are victims of crime.The Howard League for Penal Reform believes that offenders must make amends for what they have done and change their lives.The Howard League for Penal Reform believes that community sentences make a person take responsibility and live a law abiding life in the community.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 109). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £1,138,918 | £1,571,153 | £1,471,659 | £2,058,502 | £541,310 | 20 / 40 |
| 2024 | £928,952 | £1,707,082 | £1,586,972 | £2,490,737 | £745,226 | 22 / 30 |
| 2023 | £1,371,156 | £1,781,348 | £1,680,729 | £2,672,775 | £782,611 | 24 / 20 |
| 2022 | £854,720 | £1,641,616 | £1,568,612 | £2,704,275 | £857,555 | 22 / 30 |
| 2021 | £917,377 | £1,368,708 | £1,312,254 | £3,489,040 | £1,165,667 | 20 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology)
What does The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) do?
The Howard League for Penal Reform works for a safer society where fewer people are victims of crime.The Howard League for Penal Reform believes that offenders must make amends for what they have done and change their lives.The Howard League for Penal Reform believes that community sentences make a person take responsibility and live a law abiding life in the community.
How much income did The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) report in 2025?
The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) reported total income of £1.14m and reported expenditure of £1.57m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology)?
The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) has a program ratio of 129.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 109 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) registered as a charity?
The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 May 1967 as charity number 251926. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology)?
The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Anne Owers. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) operate?
The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) a registered charity?
Yes — The Howard League For Penal Reform (incorporating The Howard Centre For Penology) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 251926.
Details
75-77 St. John Street
LONDON
EC1M 4NN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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