The Public Law Project
The poor and disadvantaged are those most affected by public bodies: access to health care, asylum, benefits and affordable housing depend on decisions of public bodies. Such decisions should be made in accordance with public law. The Public Law Project challenges public bodies and improves decision-making through advice and litigation, research and policy work and training other advisers.
Activities & Mission
The poor and disadvantaged are those most affected by public bodies: access to health care, asylum, benefits and affordable housing depend on decisions of public bodies. Such decisions should be made in accordance with public law. The Public Law Project challenges public bodies and improves decision-making through advice and litigation, research and policy work and training other advisers.
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 46% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £1,968,209 | £1,979,641 | £1,819,950 | £2,110,044 | £1,030,688 | 27 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,127,331 | £2,172,022 | £2,069,977 | £2,121,476 | £1,104,486 | 32 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,879,833 | £2,084,265 | £1,988,849 | £2,166,167 | £1,332,924 | 35 / 5 |
| 2022 | £2,036,931 | £1,959,326 | £1,895,276 | £2,370,599 | £1,254,819 | 35 / 4 |
| 2021 | £1,945,129 | £1,390,618 | £1,340,304 | £2,292,994 | £1,004,156 | 26 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Public Law Project
What does The Public Law Project do?
The poor and disadvantaged are those most affected by public bodies: access to health care, asylum, benefits and affordable housing depend on decisions of public bodies. Such decisions should be made in accordance with public law. The Public Law Project challenges public bodies and improves decision-making through advice and litigation, research and policy work and training other advisers.
How much income did The Public Law Project report in 2025?
The Public Law Project reported total income of £1.97m and reported expenditure of £1.98m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Public Law Project?
The Public Law Project has a program ratio of 92.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 46% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Public Law Project registered as a charity?
The Public Law Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 1991 as charity number 1003342. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs The Public Law Project?
The Public Law Project is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jonathan Senker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Public Law Project operate?
The Public Law Project operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Public Law Project a registered charity?
Yes — The Public Law Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1003342.
Details
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