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The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People

Also known as: S.c.o.t.

We support projects designed to provide relief and rehabilitation to victims or group of victimsof war in Sri Lanka. We do this through grants to recognised local NGOs and INGOs where this more effective

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Activities & Mission

We support projects designed to provide relief and rehabilitation to victims or group of victimsof war in Sri Lanka. We do this through grants to recognised local NGOs and INGOs where this more effective

Grants

The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£45,356
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and economic or community development and employment

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£91,334
Latest Expenditure
£45,356

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 49.7%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£91,334
£45,3560 / 15
2024
£32,542
£31,4280 / 25
2023
£33,274
£25,5060 / 15
2022
£18,412
£13,3740 / 0
2021
£25,370
£23,3010 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People

What does The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People do?

We support projects designed to provide relief and rehabilitation to victims or group of victimsof war in Sri Lanka. We do this through grants to recognised local NGOs and INGOs where this more effective

How much income did The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People report in 2025?

The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People reported total income of £91k and reported expenditure of £45k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People registered as a charity?

The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 March 1979 as charity number 274499. It has been registered for 47 years.

Who runs The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People?

The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People operate?

The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People operates across 2 areas: India and Sri Lanka.

Is The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People a registered charity?

Yes — The Standing Committee Of Tamil Speaking People is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274499.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
14 March 1979
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
274499
Charity Number
274499

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Trustees

Dr Raja Sankaralingham
Dr SEENIAR NAVARATNAM
Also governs 1 other charity
Fabian Swampillai
Swaminathar Sivakumaran

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • S.c.o.t.

Data & trust

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