THE MARTIN RYLE TRUST
The Martin Ryle Trust exists to fund research and education on any aspects of reducing violence between states. Examples of this type of work are: research into the military and other major corporate influences upon universities; informing students and others of ethical career choices; conferences and other educational events; publications.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The Martin Ryle Trust ended the financial year with unrestricted reserves of £32,752, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover administrative costs and statutory obligations. The charity's reserves policy aims to retain enough to cover three years of costs, estimated at £4,000, and the actual reserves significantly exceed this target. The accounts indicate no material deficits or going concern issues, with cash funds available to meet liabilities.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- DR PHILIP ROWELL WEBBERchair
- PROFESSOR JENNY ANN NELSON
- Prof. Timothy James Foxon
- Vanessa Spedding
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £88k | £57k |
| 30/06/2024 | £28k | £32k |
| 30/06/2023 | £17k | £25k |
| 30/06/2022 | £26k | £21k |
| 30/06/2021 | £19k | £52k |
Common questions
Is THE MARTIN RYLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The Martin Ryle Trust ended the financial year with unrestricted reserves of £32,752, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover administrative costs and statutory obligations. The charity's reserves policy aims to retain enough to cover three years of costs, estimated at £4,000, and the actual reserves significantly exceed this target. The accounts indicate no material deficits or going concern issues, with cash funds available to meet liabilities. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE MARTIN RYLE TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE MARTIN RYLE TRUST as a grant recipient include NETWORK FOR SOCIAL CHANGE CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NETWORK FOR SOCIAL CHANGE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £20k | Scientists for Global Responsibility |