MIDDLE TEMPLE CHARITY
The charity exists to advance education and learning in the administration and practice of the law and related disciplines, to maintain and preserve the heritage of The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple, to promote the sound administration of the law, and to promote diversity in the provision of advocacy and related legal services.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £493,344, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of £100,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity is in its early stages of development with low income and expenditure, but maintains strong operational resilience through its substantial cash reserves.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees have adopted a reserves policy which sets a target level of reserves equivalent to twelve months of operating costs, or £100,000, whichever is the greater” — page 6
“During the year, the Middle Temple Charity has received income from the Honourable Society of Middle Temple amounting to £60,823. At the Balance sheet date, the Middle Temple Charity was owed £4,079 (2024: £64,902), by The Honourable Society of Middle Temple.” — page 18
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2024)
Trustees
- The Right Hon. The Lord Ian Duncan Burnett of Maldonchair
- Dame Kathryn Mary Thirlwall DBE
- Karyl Anne Nairn KC
- LAUREN ASHLEY SUDING
- Leona Harrison
- Marcia Shekerdemian QC
- NICHOLAS LIONEL HARDWICK
- Rebecca Cecelia Major
- The Right Hon. Sir Stephen Males
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £47k | £51k |
| 31/12/2024 | £572k | £75k |
Common questions
Is MIDDLE TEMPLE CHARITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £493,344, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of £100,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity is in its early stages of development with low income and expenditure, but maintains strong operational resilience through its substantial cash reserves. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.