Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb)
Also known as: Worcester News and Equipment Service for the Blind, Worcester Talking Newspaper
The purpose of the Association is to relieve the blind, or the partially blind, or those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity or disability which makes reading and writing a strain, by the provision of recorded audio material, playback equipment and other such means of communication on loan as may be determined by the Committee.
Activities & Mission
The purpose of the Association is to relieve the blind, or the partially blind, or those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity or disability which makes reading and writing a strain, by the provision of recorded audio material, playback equipment and other such means of communication on loan as may be determined by the Committee.
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 2020 — Worcester News and Equipment Service for the Blind (organisation 506808)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,447 | £4,375 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2023 | £4,028 | £5,871 | 0 / 34 | |||
| 2022 | £12,594 | £19,447 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £17,529 | £7,270 | 0 / 42 | |||
| 2020 | £5,488 | £7,819 | 0 / 48 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb)
What does Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) do?
The purpose of the Association is to relieve the blind, or the partially blind, or those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity or disability which makes reading and writing a strain, by the provision of recorded audio material, playback equipment and other such means of communication on loan as may be determined by the Committee.
How much income did Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) report in 2024?
Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) reported total income of £4k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) registered as a charity?
Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 October 2018 as charity number 1180242. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb)?
Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Roger Knight. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) operate?
Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) operates in Worcestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) a registered charity?
Yes — Worcester News And Equipment Services For The Blind (wnesb) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1180242.
Details
WORCESTER
WR5 1DA
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Also Known As
- Worcester News and Equipment Service for the Blind
- Worcester Talking Newspaper
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated