THE BRITISH ACADEMY OF FORENSIC SCIENCES
The Academy is an information and education charity that exists to encourage the study, imrpove the practice and advance the knowledge of Forensic Sciences in Science, Medicine and the Law.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the British Academy of Forensic Sciences reported a deficit of £14,748 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in net assets decreasing from £32,005 to £27,134. The Secretary-General’s report notes that funding continues to be a problem and that costs associated with administration and the website are not inconsiderable.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- John William Francis Kennedychair
- Andrew Stevenson
- David Kennedy
- Dr Andrew Forrester
- Dr Claire Power
- Dr Piyal Sen
- Leisa Nichols-Drew
- Leslie Millin
- Lorna Hackett
- Paul Dainty
- Peter Watson
- Professor DENISE SYNDERCOMBE COURT
- Professor Peter Vanezis
- Tracy Alexander
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £38k | £43k |
| 31/12/2023 | £36k | £51k |
| 31/12/2022 | £52k | £94k |
| 31/12/2021 | £28k | £23k |
| 31/12/2020 | £27k | £23k |
Common questions
Is THE BRITISH ACADEMY OF FORENSIC SCIENCES financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the British Academy of Forensic Sciences reported a deficit of £14,748 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in net assets decreasing from £32,005 to £27,134. The Secretary-General’s report notes that funding continues to be a problem and that costs associated with administration and the website are not inconsiderable. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 01/04/2022 | £3k | THE BRITISH ACADEMY OF FORENSIC SCIENCES |
| UK government | 01/04/2021 | £3k | THE BRITISH ACADEMY OF FORENSIC SCIENCES |