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The Poetry Translation Centre LTD

The Poetry Translation Centre enriches poetry in English by commissioning and promoting translation of contemporary poetry from Africa, Asia and Latin America to a high literary standard.

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Activities & Mission

The Poetry Translation Centre enriches poetry in English by commissioning and promoting translation of contemporary poetry from Africa, Asia and Latin America to a high literary standard.

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
£210,658
Latest Expenditure
£234,436

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 111.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 111.3%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£210,658
£234,4360 / 3
2024
£173,043
£228,5920 / 3
2023
£223,253
£228,0180 / 3
2022
£235,460
£206,7250 / 0
2021
£252,064
£213,9490 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Poetry Translation Centre LTD

What does The Poetry Translation Centre LTD do?

The Poetry Translation Centre enriches poetry in English by commissioning and promoting translation of contemporary poetry from Africa, Asia and Latin America to a high literary standard.

How much income did The Poetry Translation Centre LTD report in 2025?

The Poetry Translation Centre LTD reported total income of £211k and reported expenditure of £234k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Poetry Translation Centre LTD registered as a charity?

The Poetry Translation Centre LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 2008 as charity number 1123056. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs The Poetry Translation Centre LTD?

The Poetry Translation Centre LTD is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Cecilia Rossi. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Poetry Translation Centre LTD operate?

The Poetry Translation Centre LTD operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Poetry Translation Centre LTD a registered charity?

Yes — The Poetry Translation Centre LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1123056.

Details

Address
THE POETRY TRANSLATION CENTRE LTD
Rich Mix
35-47 Bethnal Green Road
London
E1 6LA
Registration Date
4 March 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4035429
Charity Number
1123056

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Trustees

Cecilia Rossi Chair
Bernie Mayall
Also governs 1 other charity
Bohdan Andrzej Piasecki
Catherine Janet Sarah Remmington
Jorge Llorens Ferrero
Matthew Beavers
Monica Maria Parle
Niroshini Somasundaram
Supriyo Chaudhuri
Tatevik Sargsyan
Also governs 1 other charity
Will Forrester

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