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The Plain Truth

The charity publishes a Christian magazine - The Plain Truth - three times a year, which is circulated free to its subscribers. The magazine carries articles on everyday topics, from a Christian perspective. The charity also produces a monthly podcast which is free to download. The magazine is available in both print and a pdf (downloadable) version. The charity has also produced a free book.

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Activities & Mission

The charity publishes a Christian magazine - The Plain Truth - three times a year, which is circulated free to its subscribers. The magazine carries articles on everyday topics, from a Christian perspective. The charity also produces a monthly podcast which is free to download. The magazine is available in both print and a pdf (downloadable) version. The charity has also produced a free book.

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
£53,869
Latest Expenditure
£71,254

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 132.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 132.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£53,869
£71,2540 / 3
2023
£42,217
£70,7350 / 4
2022
£42,764
£81,3640 / 0
2021
£101,937
£93,1980 / 0
2020
£56,686
£108,6840 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Plain Truth

What does The Plain Truth do?

The charity publishes a Christian magazine - The Plain Truth - three times a year, which is circulated free to its subscribers. The magazine carries articles on everyday topics, from a Christian perspective. The charity also produces a monthly podcast which is free to download. The magazine is available in both print and a pdf (downloadable) version. The charity has also produced a free book.

How much income did The Plain Truth report in 2024?

The Plain Truth reported total income of £54k and reported expenditure of £71k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Plain Truth registered as a charity?

The Plain Truth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 June 2003 as charity number 1098217. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs The Plain Truth?

The Plain Truth is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr PETER WILLIAM BRIERLEY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Plain Truth operate?

The Plain Truth operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Plain Truth a registered charity?

Yes — The Plain Truth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098217.

Details

Address
15 MEADOWLANDS
BURWELL
CAMBRIDGE
CB25 0HG
Registration Date
26 June 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3998493
Charity Number
1098217

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Trustees

Dr PETER WILLIAM BRIERLEY Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Karl Ayling
Mary Hammond
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Gethin Russell-Jones

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