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The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland

Also known as: Society of Public Teachers of Law, The Society of Legal Scholars

The main object of the Society is the advancement of legal education and scholarship in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

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Activities & Mission

The main object of the Society is the advancement of legal education and scholarship in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

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
£304,465
Latest Expenditure
£313,648

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 103.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 103.0%
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
£304,465
£313,6480 / 0
2024
£310,083
£334,8950 / 0
2023
£314,237
£310,9360 / 0
2022
£265,282
£250,3440 / 25
2021
£188,566
£143,8890 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland

What does The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland do?

The main object of the Society is the advancement of legal education and scholarship in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

How much income did The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland report in 2025?

The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland reported total income of £304k and reported expenditure of £314k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland registered as a charity?

The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 July 1981 as charity number 282719. It has been registered for 45 years.

Who runs The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland?

The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland is governed by a board of 30 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland operate?

The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Is The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland a registered charity?

Yes — The Society Of Legal Scholars In The United Kingdom And Ireland is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 282719.

Details

Address
Society of Legal Scholars
PO Box 3017
Bristol
BS6 9HJ
Registration Date
23 July 1981
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
282719
Charity Number
282719

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Trustees

Dr Brian Christopher Jones
Dr Can Eken
Dr Claire Bessant
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Clare James
Dr David Barrett
Dr Desmond Ryan
Dr Eloise Ellis
Dr Gaofeng Meng
Dr John Picton
Dr Marek Martyniszyn
Dr Niamh Dunne
Dr Noreen O'Meara
Dr Peter Dunne
Dr Philippa Collins
Dr Rachael Walsh
Dr Ruvi Ziegler
Dr Sarah White
PROF SARAH WORTHINGTON
PROFESSOR ALAN PATERSON
Professor Anne Davies
Professor Claudina Richards
Professor Duncan Kenneth Sheehan
Professor Joan Loughrey
Professor Nicola Wake
PROFESSOR NIGEL PAUL GRAVELLS
Professor Paul Beaumont
Professor Phillip Johnson
Professor Rachel Cahill-O'Callaghan
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Simon Sneddon
Professor Tanya Aplin
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Society of Public Teachers of Law
  • The Society of Legal Scholars
  • The Society of Legal Scholars in the United Kingdom and Ireland

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