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The Working Class Movement Library

A research and educational resource of books, archives, ephemera and other material recording working class history in Britain and Ireland.

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Activities & Mission

A research and educational resource of books, archives, ephemera and other material recording working class history in Britain and Ireland.

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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
£216,862
Latest Expenditure
£277,620

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 128.0%
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.

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
£216,862
£277,6200 / 30
2024
£245,830
£218,0300 / 40
2023
£352,018
£186,8380 / 30
2022
£159,109
£138,4690 / 40
2021
£233,377
£145,4770 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Working Class Movement Library

What does The Working Class Movement Library do?

A research and educational resource of books, archives, ephemera and other material recording working class history in Britain and Ireland.

How much income did The Working Class Movement Library report in 2025?

The Working Class Movement Library reported total income of £217k and reported expenditure of £278k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Working Class Movement Library registered as a charity?

The Working Class Movement Library was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 August 2006 as charity number 1115731. It has been registered for 20 years.

Who runs The Working Class Movement Library?

The Working Class Movement Library 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 Working Class Movement Library operate?

The Working Class Movement Library operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Working Class Movement Library a registered charity?

Yes — The Working Class Movement Library is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1115731.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
wcml.org.uk
Registration Date
9 August 2006
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4025256
Charity Number
1115731

Trustees

Alex Halligan
Andy Pearce
Bill Hinds
Dennis Maginn
Hazel Roberts
Janet Farrar
John Callow
Les Doherty
Lynn Collins
MAXINE PEAKE
Oliver Lomax
Robert Kelly
Samantha Jane Ingleson-Percival
Suzanne Humphries

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26 October 2026
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