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The Oxford And District Talking News

Also known as: The Oxford and District Talking Newspaper, Oxtalk

Production of a weekly local news audio service for blind and partially sighted people in Oxford and the surrounding area.

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Activities & Mission

Production of a weekly local news audio service for blind and partially sighted people in Oxford and the surrounding area.

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
£286
Latest Expenditure
£442

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 154.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 154.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about The Oxford And District Talking News

What does The Oxford And District Talking News do?

Production of a weekly local news audio service for blind and partially sighted people in Oxford and the surrounding area.

When was The Oxford And District Talking News registered as a charity?

The Oxford And District Talking News was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 1986 as charity number 279141. It has been registered for 40 years.

Who runs The Oxford And District Talking News?

The Oxford And District Talking News is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Margaret Ann Simpson MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Oxford And District Talking News operate?

The Oxford And District Talking News operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Oxford And District Talking News a registered charity?

Yes — The Oxford And District Talking News is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 279141.

Details

Address
11 NORTH WAY
HEADINGTON
OXFORD
OX3 9ES
Registration Date
28 January 1986
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
279141
Charity Number
279141

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Trustees

Margaret Ann Simpson MBE Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
BRIDGET CLAIRE DOOLE
DIANA JOAN SHAW
Guy Roger Lawfull
Also governs 1 other charity
HILARY CHRISTINE BEATON
LESLEY COURT
Michelle Lawfull
Peter West BSc
Simon Nicholas Garrood BA

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Oxford and District Talking Newspaper
  • Oxtalk

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