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Vocational Rehabilitation Association

Also known as: National Vocational Rehabilitation Association, Vra

The VRA supports and promotes the delivery of vocational rehabilitation, through education, communication and conferences for its members, and the development of professional standards of practice for those delivering VR services. It also responds on behalf of its members, to government and private sector initiatives in the field of VR.

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Activities & Mission

The VRA supports and promotes the delivery of vocational rehabilitation, through education, communication and conferences for its members, and the development of professional standards of practice for those delivering VR services. It also responds on behalf of its members, to government and private sector initiatives in the field of VR.

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
£56,274
Latest Expenditure
£38,895

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 69.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 69.1%
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
£56,274
£38,8950 / 0
2024
£45,019
£30,5190 / 0
2023
£57,772
£42,8380 / 0
2022
£27,520
£10,3910 / 3
2021
£22,243
£19,9680 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Vocational Rehabilitation Association

What does Vocational Rehabilitation Association do?

The VRA supports and promotes the delivery of vocational rehabilitation, through education, communication and conferences for its members, and the development of professional standards of practice for those delivering VR services. It also responds on behalf of its members, to government and private sector initiatives in the field of VR.

How much income did Vocational Rehabilitation Association report in 2025?

Vocational Rehabilitation Association reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £39k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Vocational Rehabilitation Association registered as a charity?

Vocational Rehabilitation Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 June 1996 as charity number 1056380. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Vocational Rehabilitation Association?

Vocational Rehabilitation Association is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julie Louisa Denning. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Vocational Rehabilitation Association operate?

Vocational Rehabilitation Association operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Vocational Rehabilitation Association a registered charity?

Yes — Vocational Rehabilitation Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1056380.

Details

Address
8E Old Bakery
5-9 St Andrews Street South
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 3PH
Registration Date
25 June 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1056380
Charity Number
1056380

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Trustees

Julie Louisa Denning Chair
Andrea Louise Collin
Beverly Knopps
Kirsty Stobbs
Mary Finn
Monica Garcia
Sharon Patmore
Also governs 1 other charity
Tahnee Leopold

Also Known As

  • National Vocational Rehabilitation Association
  • Vra

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Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
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