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Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service

Also known as: Whbs

To relieve sickness, poor health and old age amongst people living in the area covered by providing a local broadcasting service for hospitals, residential homes and similar institutionsThe preservation and protection of good health in particular by the provision of health programs delivered via internet radio to assist patients who are receiving care in the community and recovering at home.

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Activities & Mission

To relieve sickness, poor health and old age amongst people living in the area covered by providing a local broadcasting service for hospitals, residential homes and similar institutionsThe preservation and protection of good health in particular by the provision of health programs delivered via internet radio to assist patients who are receiving care in the community and recovering at home.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,062
Latest Expenditure
£1,471

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 138.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 138.5%
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 2023.

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2016 — Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service (organisation 258851)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£1,062
£1,4710 / 5
2022
£4,728
£2,5290 / 5
2021
£2,213
£2,5510 / 10
2020
£1,813
£4,6080 / 15
2019
£5,164
£2,5140 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service

What does Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service do?

To relieve sickness, poor health and old age amongst people living in the area covered by providing a local broadcasting service for hospitals, residential homes and similar institutionsThe preservation and protection of good health in particular by the provision of health programs delivered via internet radio to assist patients who are receiving care in the community and recovering at home.

How much income did Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service report in 2023?

Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service reported total income of £1k and reported expenditure of £1k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service registered as a charity?

Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 2016 as charity number 1165719. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service?

Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julian Lipton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service operate?

Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service a registered charity?

Yes — Watford Hospitals Broadcasting Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165719.

Details

Address
Watford General Hospital
60 Vicarage Road
Watford
WD18 0HB
Registration Date
24 February 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5074270
Charity Number
1165719

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Trustees

Julian Lipton Chair
Iain Richards
Malcolm Wald

Also Known As

  • Whbs

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14 May 2026
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