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Unlock, For People With Criminal Records

Also known as: Unlock National Association of Ex-Offenders Limited, Unlock the National Association of Ex-Offenders, Unlock - for people with criminal records

Driven by the needs of people, Unlock works to help people overcome the long-term disadvantages caused by criminal records. We do this by providing information, advice, advocacy and other forms of support; undertaking research; as well as working with government, employers and others to achieve a fairer and more inclusive society.

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Activities & Mission

Driven by the needs of people, Unlock works to help people overcome the long-term disadvantages caused by criminal records. We do this by providing information, advice, advocacy and other forms of support; undertaking research; as well as working with government, employers and others to achieve a fairer and more inclusive society.

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
£327,170
Latest Expenditure
£434,606

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 132.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 132.8%
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
£327,170
£434,6060 / 8
2024
£416,849
£523,8220 / 6
2023
£380,724
£414,1200 / 3
2022
£390,967
£358,8590 / 5
2021
£378,151
£308,9060 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Unlock, For People With Criminal Records

What does Unlock, For People With Criminal Records do?

Driven by the needs of people, Unlock works to help people overcome the long-term disadvantages caused by criminal records. We do this by providing information, advice, advocacy and other forms of support; undertaking research; as well as working with government, employers and others to achieve a fairer and more inclusive society.

How much income did Unlock, For People With Criminal Records report in 2025?

Unlock, For People With Criminal Records reported total income of £327k and reported expenditure of £435k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Unlock, For People With Criminal Records registered as a charity?

Unlock, For People With Criminal Records was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 January 2000 as charity number 1079046. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs Unlock, For People With Criminal Records?

Unlock, For People With Criminal Records is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Unlock, For People With Criminal Records operate?

Unlock, For People With Criminal Records operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Unlock, For People With Criminal Records a registered charity?

Yes — Unlock, For People With Criminal Records is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079046.

Details

Address
UNLOCK
MAIDSTONE COMMUNITY SUPPORT CENTRE
MARSHAM STREET
MAIDSTONE
ME14 1HH
Registration Date
21 January 2000
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3960199
Charity Number
1079046

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Trustees

Anne Elizabeth Fox
Carolyn Braby
Fionnuala Agnes Ratcliffe
Hamish Douglas MacLellan
Also governs 1 other charity
Harmohinder Kaur Sanghera
Professor Belinda Carole Winder
Richard John McStraw
Steven John Lorber
Tajah Kamali Stevens
Thomas Richard Wheatley
Also governs 1 other charity
Trevor Leslie Dighton

Also Known As

  • Unlock National Association of Ex-Offenders Limited
  • Unlock the National Association of Ex-Offenders
  • Unlock - for people with criminal records

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