Question 1

What is the mission of THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE?

Accepted Answer

TO PROMOTE THE RELIEF OF SICKNESS WITHIN THE COUNTIES OF NORTHUMBERLAND, CUMBRIA, DURHAM AND SURROUNDING AREAS BY THE PROVISION OF AN AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE. THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING OF MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS AND HEALTH CARE PERSONNEL IN MEDICAL DISCIPLINES WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO PRE-HOSPITAL CARE.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE?

Accepted Answer

THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £10,998,131 and total expenditure of £10,027,107.

Question 3

How does THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 71.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 28.2% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.2%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE?

Accepted Answer

THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE employs 107 staff members and is supported by 140 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 3.7% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE 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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