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West India Committee

The West India Committee exists as a venerable UK charity whose object is to promote the interests of agriculture, manufacturing industries and trade of the West Indies, Belize and Guyana and thus increase the general welfare of those territories [and their people globally] [delivering] through education, training, acting as an advocate, adviser and where necessary, as an umbrella organisation.

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Activities & Mission

The West India Committee exists as a venerable UK charity whose object is to promote the interests of agriculture, manufacturing industries and trade of the West Indies, Belize and Guyana and thus increase the general welfare of those territories [and their people globally] [delivering] through education, training, acting as an advocate, adviser and where necessary, as an umbrella organisation.

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

Latest Income
£34,613
Latest Expenditure
£48,798

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 141.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 141.0%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£34,613
£48,7980 / 10
2024
£60,840
£122,7230 / 5
2023
£216,033
£199,4290 / 3
2022
£149,828
£253,3030 / 1
2021
£228,350
£222,2510 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about West India Committee

What does West India Committee do?

The West India Committee exists as a venerable UK charity whose object is to promote the interests of agriculture, manufacturing industries and trade of the West Indies, Belize and Guyana and thus increase the general welfare of those territories [and their people globally] [delivering] through education, training, acting as an advocate, adviser and where necessary, as an umbrella organisation.

How much income did West India Committee report in 2025?

West India Committee reported total income of £35k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was West India Committee registered as a charity?

West India Committee was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 July 1969 as charity number 258545. It has been registered for 57 years.

Who runs West India Committee?

West India Committee is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West India Committee operate?

West India Committee operates across 27 areas, including Anguilla, Antigua And Barbuda, Aruba and 24 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is West India Committee a registered charity?

Yes — West India Committee is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 258545.

Details

Address
c/o The Remembrance Trust
Lord Warden House
Lord Warden Square
DOVER
Kent
CT17 9EQ
Registration Date
7 July 1969
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
258545
Charity Number
258545

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Trustees

Martin Forde KC
Also governs 1 other charity
Peter Beckingham
PETER JULIAN ODLE
Sir Rodney Williams
Victor Franklin Banks

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14 May 2026
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