Question 1

What is the mission of EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED?

Accepted Answer

To preserve, restore and operate the railway lines, together with such lands and buildings adjacent thereto in Greater Manchester and Lancashire and in particular the East Lancashire Railway line, for the advancement of technical, historical and general education and for the permanent preservation, of steam and other railway locomotives, rolling stock, road vehicles, equipment and relics.

Question 2

What is the financial size of EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED?

Accepted Answer

EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £5,223,118 and total expenditure of £5,623,128.

Question 3

How does EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 15.9% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 84.1% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.7%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED?

Accepted Answer

EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED employs 62 staff members and is supported by 750 volunteers.

Question 5

Does EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 3.3% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does EAST LANCASHIRE LIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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