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Registered charity · No. 1181244CIOHarwich

Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK)

Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) is a registered charity in England & Wales working in general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or saving of lives, disability, based in Harwich.

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Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) is a registered charity (number 1181244) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £395,748 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

What are the key facts about Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK)?

Registered charity number
1181244
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
CIO
Location
Harwich
Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
£395,748

What does Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) do?

BBS UK provides support, information and advocacy services. It organises an annual family conference, a family activity weekend and social weekend for adults living with the syndrome. The charity maintains a website and produces twice-yearly newsletters, an annual Conference Report, information leaflets and online resources.

What causes is Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) registered for?

General Charitable PurposesThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability

Why is there no Clarity Score for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) a legitimate charity?
Yes. Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1181244) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.
What is Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK)'s charity number?
Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK)'s charity number is 1181244. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1181244?
Search 1181244 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) do?
BBS UK provides support, information and advocacy services. It organises an annual family conference, a family activity weekend and social weekend for adults living with the syndrome. The charity maintains a website and produces twice-yearly newsletters, an annual Conference Report, information leaflets and online resources.
Does Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK) have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK)?
Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK (Bbs UK)'s website is http://www.bbsuk.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.