The Royal College Of Psychiatrists
Also known as: The Royal Medico and Psychological Association, Irish College of Psychiatrists, The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Northern Ireland, The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland, The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Wales
The Royal College of Psychiatrists promotes mental health by: 1. Promoting quality and standards in psychiatry2. Promoting recruitment and retention in psychiatry3. Delivering training, CPD, exams, and revalidation4. Being the voice of psychiatry5. Promoting research6. Supporting our members
Activities & Mission
The Royal College of Psychiatrists promotes mental health by: 1. Promoting quality and standards in psychiatry2. Promoting recruitment and retention in psychiatry3. Delivering training, CPD, exams, and revalidation4. Being the voice of psychiatry5. Promoting research6. Supporting our members
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 54% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 54% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% of UK Education charities with income over £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £29,606,000 | £28,364,000 | £27,859,000 | £37,567,000 | £12,744,000 | 416 / 0 |
| 2023 | £23,736,000 | £24,767,000 | £24,389,000 | £34,843,000 | £12,392,000 | 406 / 0 |
| 2022 | £22,755,000 | £23,158,000 | £22,814,000 | £34,392,000 | £11,221,000 | 366 / 0 |
| 2021 | £21,099,000 | £20,506,000 | £20,209,000 | £36,563,000 | £12,946,000 | 356 / 0 |
| 2020 | £18,222,000 | £19,394,000 | £19,147,000 | £33,761,000 | £11,423,000 | 266 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Royal College Of Psychiatrists
What does The Royal College Of Psychiatrists do?
The Royal College of Psychiatrists promotes mental health by: 1. Promoting quality and standards in psychiatry2. Promoting recruitment and retention in psychiatry3. Delivering training, CPD, exams, and revalidation4. Being the voice of psychiatry5. Promoting research6. Supporting our members
How much income did The Royal College Of Psychiatrists report in 2024?
The Royal College Of Psychiatrists reported total income of £29.61m and reported expenditure of £28.36m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Royal College Of Psychiatrists?
The Royal College Of Psychiatrists has a program ratio of 94.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 54% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Royal College Of Psychiatrists registered as a charity?
The Royal College Of Psychiatrists was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 August 1963 as charity number 228636. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Royal College Of Psychiatrists?
The Royal College Of Psychiatrists is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal College Of Psychiatrists operate?
The Royal College Of Psychiatrists operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is The Royal College Of Psychiatrists a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal College Of Psychiatrists is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 228636.
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E1 8BB
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Also Known As
- The Royal Medico and Psychological Association
- Irish College of Psychiatrists
- The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Northern Ireland
- The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland
- The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Wales
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated