UNITARIAN NEW MEETING CHURCH, FIVE WAYS, EDGBASTON
A Sunday service is delivered by our Minister, a visiting minister or a lay leader, each Sunday at 11am. Various charitable activities are undertaken by members of our congregation.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity faces significant uncertainty regarding its future site due to a potential compulsory purchase by Birmingham City Council. The filing admits to a late return for the 2024 year, attributed to capacity issues stemming from the minister's long-term leave. Despite these challenges, the trustees report that premise lettings and car park income remain stable.
What the accounts disclose
“We remain uncertain about the future of our site as Birmingham City Council continue with their 'Ladywood Regeneration Project' and the possible compulsory purchase of our premises. We remain in the waiting phase, waiting to receive a letter of confirmation or a letter of changes to the proposed plan.”
“Note regarding late return for the 2024 year: This was attributable to capacity issues arising from our minister having suddenly to take long-term leave in the latter part of 2025.”
Trustees
- ANGELA JUNE MAHERchair
- Carmen Cynthia Craig
- DAVID LLEWELYN JONES
- Dr Alba Llibre Serradell
- Dr Hossein Sadri
- Dr Nagpal Hoysal
- Megan Worthing-Davies
- SUSANNA LOUISA RICKARD-DAVIES
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £95k | £95k |
| 31/12/2023 | £91k | £64k |
| 31/12/2022 | £70k | £67k |
| 31/12/2021 | £47k | £44k |
| 31/12/2020 | £52k | £50k |
Common questions
Is UNITARIAN NEW MEETING CHURCH, FIVE WAYS, EDGBASTON financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity faces significant uncertainty regarding its future site due to a potential compulsory purchase by Birmingham City Council. The filing admits to a late return for the 2024 year, attributed to capacity issues stemming from the minister's long-term leave. Despite these challenges, the trustees report that premise lettings and car park income remain stable.