Question 1

What is the mission of THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS?

Accepted Answer

The College creates and maintains standards in ophthalmic training and practice, organises examinations and sets the curriculum.  It maintains a CPD system and provides surgical skills courses for trainees.  It organises scientific meetings, publishes a scientific journal and provides information on ophthalmic matters for practitioners and the general public.It encourages eye related research.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS?

Accepted Answer

THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £6,645,000 and total expenditure of £6,627,000.

Question 3

How does THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 100.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (97.8%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS?

Accepted Answer

THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS employs 39 staff members and is supported by 115 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF OPHTHALMOLOGISTS 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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