THE BRITISH SOCIETY FOR PARASITOLOGY
Promotion of Parasitology by convening conferences on the subject of Parasitology, Sponsoring of student training in the field or Lab in the area of Parasiology. Promoting better public understanding of Parasitology.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an operating deficit of £8,684 for the year ended 31 December 2024, driven by total expenditure exceeding total income. However, the trustees confirm that unrestricted funds are maintained at a level equivalent to three to six months of expenditure, and the overall net assets increased to £624,353 due to investment gains. The trustees express a reasonable expectation that the Society has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the Society that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure.” — page 6
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (29/03/2017)
Trustees
- Dr Helen Phillippa Pricechair
- Christina Naula
- Dr Catherine Jill Merrick
- Dr James LaCourse
- Dr John Archer
- Dr Michael Barrett OBE
- Dr Nicolas Pionnier
- Dr Russell Mark Morphew
- Godwin Unekwuojo Ebiloma
- Rebecca Shears
- Virginia Marugan-Hernandez
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £121k | £143k |
| 31/12/2024 | £145k | £154k |
| 31/12/2023 | £164k | £168k |
| 31/12/2022 | £111k | £132k |
| 31/12/2021 | £64k | £50k |
Common questions
Is THE BRITISH SOCIETY FOR PARASITOLOGY financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an operating deficit of £8,684 for the year ended 31 December 2024, driven by total expenditure exceeding total income. However, the trustees confirm that unrestricted funds are maintained at a level equivalent to three to six months of expenditure, and the overall net assets increased to £624,353 due to investment gains. The trustees express a reasonable expectation that the Society has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.