The Loop Drug Checking Service
Also known as: Unclassified Community Interest Company
The Loop provide event-based and community-based drug checking and associated harm reduction services. The Loop also provide specialist training courses in drugs awareness, harm reduction and managing problems in nightlife venues.
Activities & Mission
The Loop provide event-based and community-based drug checking and associated harm reduction services. The Loop also provide specialist training courses in drugs awareness, harm reduction and managing problems in nightlife venues.
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
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £236,101 | £208,012 | 0 / 285 | |||
| 2024 | £161,812 | £175,747 | 0 / 160 | |||
| 2023 | £29,679 | £64,079 | 0 / 290 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Loop Drug Checking Service
What does The Loop Drug Checking Service do?
The Loop provide event-based and community-based drug checking and associated harm reduction services. The Loop also provide specialist training courses in drugs awareness, harm reduction and managing problems in nightlife venues.
How much income did The Loop Drug Checking Service report in 2025?
The Loop Drug Checking Service reported total income of £236k 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 Loop Drug Checking Service registered as a charity?
The Loop Drug Checking Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 2022 as charity number 1200533. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs The Loop Drug Checking Service?
The Loop Drug Checking Service is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Fiona Measham. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Loop Drug Checking Service operate?
The Loop Drug Checking Service operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Loop Drug Checking Service a registered charity?
Yes — The Loop Drug Checking Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200533.
Details
75-77 ARDWICK GREEN NORTH
MANCHESTER
M12 6FX
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Also Known As
- Unclassified Community Interest Company
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- 14 May 2026
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