Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data
North West Legal Support Trust is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include general charitable purposes, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation/housing.
North West Legal Support Trust (number 1131259) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does North West Legal Support Trust do?
the provision of financial and other support to persons or organisations that provide, or organise or facilitate the provision of, legal advice or assistance which is free of charge, including such financial support as is envisaged by section 194 of the Legal Services Act 2007 and the promotion of other charitable purposes aimed at improving access to justice in the North West of England
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for North West Legal Support Trust
Answers North West Legal Support Trust gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 31 August 2017, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Does North West Legal Support Trust receive government funding?
The annual return does not answer this question for North West Legal Support Trust. Check the accounts for grants and contracts from public bodies.
In its annual return for the year ending 31 August 2017, North West Legal Support Trust says it raises funds from the public.
Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register records North West Legal Support Trust as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid
Reported beneficiaries: Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies.
Reported activities: Makes Grants To Organisations; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.
Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.
What causes is North West Legal Support Trust registered for?
General Charitable PurposesThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyAccommodation/housing
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Is North West Legal Support Trust a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists North West Legal Support Trust as a registered charity (number 1131259) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is North West Legal Support Trust's charity number?
North West Legal Support Trust's charity number is 1131259. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does North West Legal Support Trust do?
the provision of financial and other support to persons or organisations that provide, or organise or facilitate the provision of, legal advice or assistance which is free of charge, including such financial support as is envisaged by section 194 of the Legal Services Act 2007 and the promotion of other charitable purposes aimed at improving access to justice in the North West of England
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How can I donate to North West Legal Support Trust?
North West Legal Support Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.nwlst.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to North West Legal Support Trust?
The register records North West Legal Support Trust as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
When was North West Legal Support Trust registered as a charity?
North West Legal Support Trust was entered on the register on 21 August 2009. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 06852308).