The Magistrates Association
Promoting awareness of magistrates/the magistrates' courts serviceDeveloping guidance/protocols to improve the delivery of justice in Magistrates' courtsProviding information/advice to magistratesConsulting magistrates/responding to proposals which affect the delivery of justiceEducating the public through community-based presentations, publications and events
Activities & Mission
Promoting awareness of magistrates/the magistrates' courts serviceDeveloping guidance/protocols to improve the delivery of justice in Magistrates' courtsProviding information/advice to magistratesConsulting magistrates/responding to proposals which affect the delivery of justiceEducating the public through community-based presentations, publications and events
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 Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 293). How is this calculated?
Higher than 69% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 57% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £692,757 | £1,121,223 | £1,116,206 | £3,681,028 | £3,671,897 | 10 / 150 |
| 2024 | £635,751 | £1,687,558 | £1,682,139 | £4,046,237 | £1,782,862 | 10 / 180 |
| 2023 | £572,721 | £995,187 | £989,369 | £4,908,660 | £4,898,660 | 10 / 175 |
| 2022 | £589,337 | £764,389 | £756,183 | £5,266,189 | £3,433,500 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £619,239 | £813,392 | £804,626 | £5,651,719 | £2,871,681 | 12 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Magistrates Association
What does The Magistrates Association do?
Promoting awareness of magistrates/the magistrates' courts serviceDeveloping guidance/protocols to improve the delivery of justice in Magistrates' courtsProviding information/advice to magistratesConsulting magistrates/responding to proposals which affect the delivery of justiceEducating the public through community-based presentations, publications and events
How much income did The Magistrates Association report in 2025?
The Magistrates Association reported total income of £693k and reported expenditure of £1.12m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Magistrates Association?
The Magistrates Association has a program ratio of 161.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Magistrates Association registered as a charity?
The Magistrates Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 September 1968 as charity number 216066. It has been registered for 58 years.
Who runs The Magistrates Association?
The Magistrates Association is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Ford JP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Magistrates Association operate?
The Magistrates Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Magistrates Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Magistrates Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 216066.
Details
199 Southwark Bridge Road
Southwark
London
SE1 0ED
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