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The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society

Also known as: Nras

Providing information, education, support and advocacy;Raising public awareness of rheumatoid arthritis and JIA;Raising the priority of rheumatoid arthritis and JIA with politicians and policy makers;Campaigning for good care and services for all;Facilitating networking and encouraging self-management.

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Activities & Mission

Providing information, education, support and advocacy;Raising public awareness of rheumatoid arthritis and JIA;Raising the priority of rheumatoid arthritis and JIA with politicians and policy makers;Campaigning for good care and services for all;Facilitating networking and encouraging self-management.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,713,800
Latest Expenditure
£1,768,500

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 83.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 81.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 21.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,229,600
Charitable Activities £419,300
Other Trading £8,100
Investments £56,800
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,435,600
Raising Funds £332,900
Governance £37,900
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,713,800
£1,768,500£1,435,600£2,077,500£1,128,80034 / 260
2024
£1,541,600
£1,574,100£1,269,400£2,043,400£2,023,30030 / 79
2023
£1,868,000
£1,529,900£1,181,900£2,017,400£1,997,40030 / 420
2022
£1,647,100
£1,794,100£1,412,100£1,613,500£1,594,10027 / 420
2021
£1,497,000
£1,379,900£1,059,400£1,902,100£1,871,20024 / 420

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society

What does The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society do?

Providing information, education, support and advocacy;Raising public awareness of rheumatoid arthritis and JIA;Raising the priority of rheumatoid arthritis and JIA with politicians and policy makers;Campaigning for good care and services for all;Facilitating networking and encouraging self-management.

How much income did The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society report in 2025?

The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society reported total income of £1.71m and reported expenditure of £1.77m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society registered as a charity?

The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 2010 as charity number 1134859. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society?

The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon Collins. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society operate?

The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society a registered charity?

Yes — The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134859.

Details

Address
National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society
Suite 3
Beechwood
Grove Business Park
Waltham Road
White Wa
Registration Date
11 March 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5008024
Charity Number
1134859

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Trustees

Simon Collins Chair
Anna Woolf
Claire Eleanor Ward
Helen Ball
Michelle Ward
Professor Peter Taylor
Rachel Anne Ulyett
Richard Flowerdew
Also governs 1 other charity
Ruby Catherine Campbell

Also Known As

  • Nras

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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