Found 2,351 UK NGOs working in all countries
Figures refer to charities registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, based on areas of operation supplied to the Charity Commission by the charities themselves. Charities that say they work in more than 50 countries are not included. Total spending of these organisations includes work they carry out outside of all countries.
- Afghanistan
- Akrotiri and Dhekelia
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Andorra
- Angola
- Anguilla
- Antarctica
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- British Indian Ocean Territory
- British Virgin Islands
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Chile
- China
- Christmas Island
- Clipperton Island
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Easter Island
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- Falkland Islands
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- French Guyana
- French Polynesia
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guernsey
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Jan Mayen
- Japan
- Jersey
- Jordan
- Juan Fernandez Islands
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Kosovo
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mali
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- Netherlands Antilles
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Niue
- Norfolk Island
- North Korea
- North Macedonia
- Northern Mariana Island
- Norway
- Occupied Palestinian Territories
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Pitcairn Islands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico
- Qatar
- Reunion
- Romania
- Ross Dependency
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Georgia
- South Korea
- South Sudan
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- St Barthelemy
- St Helena
- St Kitts-Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Martin
- St Pierre and Miquelon
- St Vincent and Grenadines
- Sudan
- Surinam
- Svalbard
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Syria
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- The Gambia
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Tuvalu
- Türkiye
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United States
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan
- Vanuatu
- Vatican City
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna
- Western Sahara
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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| Charity | Reg. date | Latest income | Activities | Region ? |
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Wellcome Trust Charity number 210183 |
04/10/1962 |
Latest income £569,497,051 [Sep 2024] |
Wellcome exists to improve health by helping great ideas to thrive.We support researchers, we take on big health challenges, we campaign for better science, and we help everyone get involved with science and health research. We are a politically and financially independent foundation.
Work in Uganda, Sri Lanka, United States, Zimbabwe, Netherlands, Switzerland, Tanzania, Australia, Bangladesh, Botswana, Brazil, South Africa, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Singapore, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Denmark, France, Germany, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Ireland, Peru, Kenya, Norway, Madagascar, Malaysia, Nepal, Nigeria, Zambia, New Zealand, Spain and South Korea
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UK registered office: London |
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The Royal National Lifeboat Institution Charity number 209603 |
27/03/1963 |
Latest income £249,600,000 [Dec 2023] |
To save lives, promote safety and rescue service efficiency, and provide relief from disaster at sea and on inland and flood waters; to advance the education of the public in matters relating to sea, inland and flood water safety, and in the history and heritage of the Institution; to relieve/assist those who have been involved in saving lives at sea and on inland and flood waters in any capacity.
Work in Bangladesh, Tanzania and Ireland
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UK registered office: South West |
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Cardiff Metropolitan University Charity number 1140762 |
10/03/2011 |
Latest income £144,860,000 [Jul 2024] |
Teaching and research opportunities for the public benefit
Work in India, Sri Lanka, South Korea, South Africa, Singapore, Ireland, Morocco, Malaysia, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, China and Bulgaria
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UK registered office: Wales |
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The Royal National Theatre Charity number 224223 |
17/04/1963 |
Latest income £121,400,000 [Mar 2024] |
The National Theatre is central to the creative life of the UK. In its three theatres on the South Bank in London it presents new plays and classics from the world repertoire. It extends its reach through live broadcasts into cinema, UK and International tours and deepens audience engagement through its education programme. It looks after the wider health of theatre through R&D at the NT Studio.
Work in United States, China, Germany and Netherlands
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UK registered office: London |
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The Royal Society of Chemistry Charity number 207890 |
24/12/1963 |
Latest income £73,358,000 [Dec 2024] |
The RSC is an international charity and professional body that connects chemical scientists with each other and society as a whole. We develop and celebrate professional capabilities. We publish new research, bring people together to spark new ideas and partnerships, and support teachers to inspire future generations. We speak up to influence the people making decisions that affect us all.
Work in United States, Japan, Brazil, China, Germany and India
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UK registered office: London |
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The Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford-Upon-Avon Charity number 212481 |
10/04/1963 |
Latest income £82,038,000 [Mar 2025] |
To conserve, advance and disseminate the dramatic heritage of Shakespeare and advance and improve the dramatic art in the UK and throughout the world; producing and presenting dramatic performances of all kinds and teaching, training and other educational activities. These objectives are achieved by the production of plays by Shakespeare, other classic playwrights and commissioning new work.
Work in United States
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UK registered office: West Midlands |
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The Institute of Physics Charity number 293851 |
21/03/1986 |
Latest income £82,384,000 [Dec 2024] |
Implementation of various projects aimed to promote the advancement and dissemination of a knowledge and education in the science of physics, pure and applied.Communicating importance of physics to all audiences, increasing awareness of and participation in physics.Maintaining and increasing membership.
Work in Kenya, Tanzania and Ireland
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UK registered office: London |
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The Gatsby Charitable Foundation Charity number 251988 |
05/04/1967 |
Latest income £61,248,000 [Apr 2024] |
Make charitable grants
Work in United States, Israel, Tanzania, Netherlands, Cameroon, Kenya and Switzerland
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UK registered office: London |
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National Oceanography Centre Charity number 1185265 |
11/09/2019 |
Latest income £86,213,000 [Sep 2024] |
NOC is a marine science research and technology institution which undertakes integrated sea level science, coastal and deep ocean research and technology development. NOC contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge of the ocean and support education and training of scientists, engineers and marine professionals and engaging the public with the science of the ocean and its implications.
Work in Spain, China, Dominica, Fiji, Germany, Grenada, Guyana, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Netherlands, Norway, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Tonga, Tuvalu, United States, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Falkland Islands, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh, Belize, Cambodia, Canada, Cabo Verde and Chile
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UK registered office: South East |
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Ako Foundation Charity number 1151815 |
29/04/2013 |
Latest income £119,980,000 [Dec 2024] |
The Foundation's main activity is to make grants to UK charities and for charitable purposes elsewhere in the world. The priority areas for its grants are initiatives and projects which improve education, promote the arts and combat the climate emergency. The Foundation does not seek applications for grants and will not make grants in response to unsolicited applications received.
Work in United States, Norway, Ethiopia, Netherlands, Denmark, Ukraine, Liberia, Italy, Sri Lanka, India and Ghana
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UK registered office: London |
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UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology Charity number 1185618 |
04/10/2019 |
Latest income £68,940,000 [Dec 2024] |
The UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology is an independent, not-for-profit research institute carrying out excellent environmental science with impact. Our 500 scientists work to understand the environment, how it sustains life, and the human impact on it. We provide the data and insights that governments, businesses and researchers need to create a productive, resilient and healthy environment.
Work in China, Zambia, Vietnam, United States, Ukraine, Uganda, Thailand, Tanzania, Switzerland, Sweden, South Africa, Sierra Leone, Senegal, St Helena, Peru, Norway, Niger, Netherlands, Mexico, Malta, Kenya, Jordan, Japan, Italy, Ireland, Ghana, French Guyana, Falkland Islands, Egypt, Colombia, Canada, Cambodia, Burkina Faso, Brazil, Botswana, Belize, Belgium, Australia, Argentina, Malawi, Malaysia, Indonesia and India
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UK registered office: South East |
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Al-Khair Foundation Charity number 1126808 |
19/11/2008 |
Latest income £60,980,930 [Jul 2024] |
The main objectives are to advance the education of young people and adults in the UK and implement charitable projects in key countries improving the quality of life and sustainability.
Work in Yemen, Togo, Sudan, Greece, Chad, Australia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Djibouti, India, Kenya, Indonesia, Jordan, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Türkiye, Tanzania, Syria, South Africa, Somalia, Sierra Leone, Rwanda, Nepal, Myanmar, Malaysia and Afghanistan
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UK registered office: London |
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Paul Hamlyn Foundation Charity number 1102927 |
29/03/2004 |
Latest income £50,690,127 [Mar 2025] |
The foundation supports work in the UK and India. Its focus is on helping people to overcome disadvantage and lack of opportunity so that they can realise their potential and enjoy fulfilling and creative lives. It has a particular interest in supporting young people and a strong belief in the importance of the arts. It operates through grant making and related charitable activities.
Work in India
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UK registered office: London |
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Aga Khan Foundation (United Kingdom) Charity number 266518 |
04/12/1973 |
Latest income £63,584,000 [Dec 2024] |
The AKF(UK) is an affiliate of the International Aga Khan Foundation and part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).The principal activity of the Charity is to promote and provide for the advancement of education, health, rural development, the environment and support to civil society organisations for the public benefit.
Work in Syria, Madagascar, Mali, Kenya, Côte d'Ivoire, India, Egypt, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Mozambique, Pakistan, Portugal, Tajikistan, Tanzania and Uganda
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UK registered office: London |
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Royal Institute of British Architects Charity number 210566 |
14/08/1962 |
Latest income £30,725,000 [Dec 2024] |
The objectives of the RIBA, as set out in its Charter, are the Advancement of Architecture and the promotion of the acquiring of knowledge of the Arts and Sciences connected therewith. Its mission is to advance architecture by demonstrating public benefit and promoting excellence in the profession.
Work in Poland, China, Colombia, Denmark, Egypt, Greece, Lebanon, Hong Kong, Serbia, United States, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, South Korea, Singapore, Romania, Ireland, Peru, Malaysia, Chile, Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Argentina, Spain, France and Liechtenstein
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UK registered office: London |
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Clean Air Fund Charity number 1183697 |
03/06/2019 |
Latest income £32,945,383 [Dec 2024] |
Clean Air Fund brings together philanthropic resources to improve air quality globally. It co-ordinates a collective strategy for air pollution activity, provides grant funding to a multi-national portfolio of clean air programmes, grants funds to research and knowledge-building activities, and provides a means of knowledge sharing and networking between stakeholders.
Work in Spain, India, France, Ghana, Brazil, China, Bulgaria and Poland
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UK registered office: London |
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Cotswold Archaeology Ltd Charity number 1001653 |
24/01/1991 |
Latest income £29,631,840 [Mar 2024] |
We achieve our Object by creating knowledge which accrues from archaeological and heritage investigations and other research. Through our research we make the past relevant, interesting and enjoyable to a broad spectrum of beneficiaries. Developing knowledge of the past amongst stakeholders increases community cohesion and identity, and furthers an overall appreciation of the world we live in
Work in Ireland
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UK registered office: South West |
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The Pears Family Charitable Foundation Charity number 1009195 |
04/03/1992 |
Latest income £22,529,771 [Mar 2024] |
Pears Foundation aims to benefit society by promoting understanding of key issues through research and educational programmes; driving engagement in social progress across the UK, particularly in young people and supporting organisations focused on wellbeing for everyone.
Work in Germany, Ghana, United States and Israel
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UK registered office: London |
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Oxford Archaeology Limited Charity number 285627 |
27/10/1982 |
Latest income £22,743,133 [Mar 2024] |
Archaeological research, archaeological excavations and analysis and publication, heritage and conservation advice.
Work in Saudi Arabia
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UK registered office: South East |
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Wessex Archaeology Limited Charity number 287786 |
16/09/1983 |
Latest income £24,981,245 [Mar 2024] |
The advancement of education; and the advancement of the arts, culture, heritage and science.
Work in Australia, United States, Taiwan, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Ireland and Falkland Islands
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UK registered office: South West |
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The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund Charity number 1081009 |
02/06/2000 |
Latest income £21,649,000 [Dec 2024] |
(a) Providing relief and assistance to past and present members of the Royal Air Force and their dependants who are in need as a result of poverty, disability, sickness, infirmity or otherwise.(b) enhancing the morale and well being of serving members of the Royal Air Force(c)Maintaining the RAF war memorial on the Victoria embankment, London.
Work in Austria, Monaco, Slovakia, Ireland, South Africa, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, France, Germany, Guyana, Hungary, India, Israel, Jamaica, Malaysia, Malta, Thailand, Mexico, Spain, New Zealand, Singapore, Türkiye, United States, Zimbabwe, Hong Kong, Philippines, Poland, Argentina, Australia and Belgium
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UK registered office: London |
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The Landmark Trust Charity number 243312 |
25/08/1965 |
Latest income £20,232,000 [Dec 2024] |
Acquires smaller historic buildings that are at risk and in some way significant. These are restored to the highest standards of conservation using traditional materials and skills whose survival is thus also supported. Anyone can stay in the restored buildings to learn about their significance in time and place, giving them a sustainable future. Public Open Days provide further public access.
Work in Italy and France
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UK registered office: South East |
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Caribbean Biodiversity Fund Charity number 1149889 |
23/11/2012 |
Latest income £16,360,142 [Sep 2024] |
Established in September 2012, the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) is a regional Environmental Fund whose objective is to provide a sustainable flow of resources to support activities that contribute substantially to the conservation, protection and maintenance of biodiversity in the Caribbean.
Work in St Lucia, St Vincent and Grenadines, Antigua and Barbuda, St Kitts-Nevis, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Grenada and Jamaica
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UK registered office: North West |
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Plymouth Marine Laboratory Charity number 1091222 |
20/03/2002 |
Latest income £15,664,000 [Mar 2024] |
PML undertakes scientifically excellent research that generates greater understanding of the marine environment, the threats it faces, and its relationship with society. PML uses this greater understanding to effect demonstrable change in the way in which the marine environment is appreciated, managed, protected and valued. PML activities are aimed at supporting a sustainable ocean for society.
Work in Malaysia, China, Bangladesh, South Korea, Australia, India, Japan, South Africa, Norway, Philippines and Cambodia
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UK registered office: South West |
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Birmingham Repertory Theatre Limited Charity number 223660 |
04/06/1963 |
Latest income £15,360,000 [Mar 2024] |
Birmingham Repertory Theatre is a producing theatre based in Birmingham, UK.
Work in Netherlands, South Korea, Croatia, Spain, Italy, Japan, Poland and Germany
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UK registered office: West Midlands |
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JNF Charitable Trust Charity number 225910 |
20/06/1963 |
Latest income £21,561,000 [Dec 2024] |
JNF UK is an organisation raising funds for environmental and humanitarian causes in Israel.
Work in Israel
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UK registered office: |
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Earlham Institute Charity number 1136213 |
07/06/2010 |
Latest income £14,012,000 [Mar 2024] |
The advancement of biological & biotechnological science by undertaking & promoting research in biology at the molecular level & the genomic functions of organisms by: generating, analysing & sharing genome sequences; facilitating other researchers by providing access to our data analysis resources & tools; & educating others through comprehensive training programmes, publications & outreach work.
Work in Colombia
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UK registered office: East of England |
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Rsa (the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce) Charity number 212424 |
23/03/1963 |
Latest income £12,519,199 [Mar 2024] |
We are a unique global network of around 31,000 changemakers enabling people, places and the planet to flourish. We champion curiosity, creativity and courage to inspire better ways of thinking and doing. Our proven change process, rigorous research and design skills, innovative ideas platforms and our wider convening power combine to enable the RSA to deliver solutions for lasting change.
Work in United States, Australia, Canada and New Zealand
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UK registered office: London |
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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Limited Charity number 244533 |
29/12/1966 |
Latest income £11,948,199 [Mar 2024] |
To promote, maintain and advance education, particularly musical education and to encourage the arts of music, drama, mime, dancing and singing. Maintaining symphonic orchestras and promoting, organising and participating in concerts, enriching people's lives through music of the highest quality, reaching the widest possible audience in the concert hall and the community.
Work in Germany, Romania, United States, Italy, United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia
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UK registered office: London |
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Lloyd's Register International Charity number 1151987 |
10/05/2013 |
Latest income £12,378,000 [Jun 2024] |
LR International has been set up to provide services in Australia and New Zealand which protect life, property and the environment, promote public education, and promote industry and commerce. We employ engineers and other professional staff who assess whether ships and other high value assets have been constructed, maintained and operated in accordance with proper standards of safety.
Work in Australia and New Zealand
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UK registered office: London |
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