THE TABLET TRUST
The Trust's principal activity is effected through the Tablet Publishing Company. It publishes 'The Tablet' - a weekly journal of record and opinion dealing with morals, ethics, theology, religion, and politics, and 'The Pastoral Review' - a bi-monthly journal of pastoral theology and practice. An annual lecture provides an opportunity for readers to meet the Editor and staff of 'The Tablet.'
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the group reported a consolidated deficit of £99,592 for the year ended 31 January 2026, driven by accumulated trading losses in its publishing subsidiary. The trustees report that there were no free reserves at the year-end, with a stated aim to build up £20,000 to mitigate risks. Despite the deficit, the trustees and auditors confirm the group is a going concern, citing available investments and property assets to secure future funding if necessary.
What the accounts disclose
“In the band £100,001 - £110,000 1” — page 31
“After adjusting unrestricted funds for functional fixed assets, there were no free reserves at the 31 January 2026. The current aim is to build up free reserves of £20k to mitigate against unmeasurable risks.” — page 10
“The Trust entered into related party transactions with The Tablet Publishing Company a 100% owned subsidiary during the year and provided restricted and unrestricted grants of £199,492 (2025: £203,982. At the year end the Tablet Publishing Company owed the Trust £95,653 (2025: £89,696) via an intercompany loan account, and £214,754 (2025: £215,754) in relation to a program related investment. In addition, a charge for secretarial services of £56,400 (2025: £56,400) was made from The Tablet Publishing Company to the Tablet Trust. Donations of £18,686 were received from the Trustees (2025: £25,313).” — page 40
“The charity has a wholly owned subsidiary, The Tablet Publishing Company Limited (registered company 00311249).” — page 5
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/01/2026)
Trustees
- DAME Helen Frances GHOSH
- Julie Anne Etchingham
- Katherine Jeffrey
- Lady Rachel Billington
- Luke Hughes
- MICHAEL ANTHONY CRAVEN
- PAUL VALLELY
- Robert Francis Thomas Binyon
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2026 | £2.0m | £2.1m |
| 31/01/2025 | £1.9m | £2.0m |
| 31/01/2024 | £2.1m | £2.1m |
| 31/01/2023 | £2.1m | £2.1m |
| 31/01/2022 | £2.1m | £2.1m |
Common questions
Is THE TABLET TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the group reported a consolidated deficit of £99,592 for the year ended 31 January 2026, driven by accumulated trading losses in its publishing subsidiary. The trustees report that there were no free reserves at the year-end, with a stated aim to build up £20,000 to mitigate risks. Despite the deficit, the trustees and auditors confirm the group is a going concern, citing available investments and property assets to secure future funding if necessary. Its FY2026 accounts were audited by Crowe U.K. LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of THE TABLET TRUST earn?
Per its FY2026 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £100,001 - £110,000 band.
Who funds THE TABLET TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE TABLET TRUST as a grant recipient include THE TOLKIEN TRUST, SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS CIO, MIDDLE WAY TRUST, THE DAUGHTERS OF JESUS CIO, THE T. S. ELIOT FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE TOLKIEN TRUST | FY2022 | £50k | |
| THE TOLKIEN TRUST | FY2023 | £25k | |
| SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS CIO | FY2023 | £20k | Hackney Doorways |
| THE TOLKIEN TRUST | FY2024 | £20k | |
| THE TOLKIEN TRUST | FY2021 | £20k | |
| MIDDLE WAY TRUST | FY2025 | £15k | |
| THE DAUGHTERS OF JESUS CIO | FY2024 | £10k | Religion |
| MIDDLE WAY TRUST | FY2024 | £5k | |
| THE T. S. ELIOT FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £5k | Direct UK Grants |
| THE T. S. ELIOT FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £4k | Direct UK Grants |
| SOCIETY OF THE SACRED HEART CIO | FY2025 | £3k |
Funders of similar charities
Charities like this
- Re:State Trust
- THE BANNER OF TRUTH TRUST
- FULL GOSPEL TABERNACLE TRUST
- THE CANON LAW SOCIETY TRUST
- CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD TRUST
- The Trust Foundation
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE TABLET TRUST | £2.0m | £100,001 - £110,000 | — | below | — | no doubt |
| Re:State Trust | £822k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE BANNER OF TRUTH TRUST | £2.4m | £100,001 - £110,000 | 2 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| FULL GOSPEL TABERNACLE TRUST | £150k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE CANON LAW SOCIETY TRUST | £124k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD TRUST | £551k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |