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The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper

Also known as: The Shropshire Talking Newspaper for the Blind, The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper for the Blind

To provide a weekly talking newspaper and a monthly talking magazine service on USB microstick.web site and internet radio, to app 300 blind or partially sighted in the West Shropshire area. Our newspaper and magazine last up to 90 miniutes

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Activities & Mission

To provide a weekly talking newspaper and a monthly talking magazine service on USB microstick.web site and internet radio, to app 300 blind or partially sighted in the West Shropshire area. Our newspaper and magazine last up to 90 miniutes

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

Latest Income
£3,949
Latest Expenditure
£10,065

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 254.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 254.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper

What does The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper do?

To provide a weekly talking newspaper and a monthly talking magazine service on USB microstick.web site and internet radio, to app 300 blind or partially sighted in the West Shropshire area. Our newspaper and magazine last up to 90 miniutes

When was The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper registered as a charity?

The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 1976 as charity number 504996. It has been registered for 50 years.

Who runs The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper?

The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Winifred Mary Pascoe. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper operate?

The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper operates in Shropshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper a registered charity?

Yes — The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 504996.

Details

Address
The Roy Fletcher Centre
Cross Hill
SHREWSBURY
SY1 1JE
Registration Date
15 March 1976
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
504996
Charity Number
504996

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Trustees

Winifred Mary Pascoe Chair
Alan John Copplestone
Christopher John Lemon
Gwendoline Mary Cox
Lieselotte Clark
LINDSAY ROWLANDS
MICHAEL PETER WALLER
Also governs 3 other charities
PAUL EDWARD MAYNARD PASCOE
STEPHEN RENNIE STEWART

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Shropshire Talking Newspaper for the Blind
  • The West Shropshire Talking Newspaper for the Blind

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