Welfare Benefits Unit
Also known as: Wbu
The Welfare Benefits Unit offers specialist welfare benefits advice to those who work with members of the public. We provide independent support through our advice line (North Yorkshire and York), publications, training, consultancy, campaigns and projects.
Activities & Mission
The Welfare Benefits Unit offers specialist welfare benefits advice to those who work with members of the public. We provide independent support through our advice line (North Yorkshire and York), publications, training, consultancy, campaigns and projects.
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
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £343,351 | £310,357 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £190,525 | £218,147 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £201,471 | £191,173 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £181,922 | £188,921 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £177,094 | £194,667 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Welfare Benefits Unit
What does Welfare Benefits Unit do?
The Welfare Benefits Unit offers specialist welfare benefits advice to those who work with members of the public. We provide independent support through our advice line (North Yorkshire and York), publications, training, consultancy, campaigns and projects.
How much income did Welfare Benefits Unit report in 2025?
Welfare Benefits Unit reported total income of £343k and reported expenditure of £310k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Welfare Benefits Unit registered as a charity?
Welfare Benefits Unit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 November 2015 as charity number 1164225. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Welfare Benefits Unit?
Welfare Benefits Unit is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Harbourne. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Welfare Benefits Unit operate?
Welfare Benefits Unit operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Welfare Benefits Unit a registered charity?
Yes — Welfare Benefits Unit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164225.
Details
17 Priory Street
YORK
YO1 6ET
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- 30 July 2026
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