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| Measure | THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF LONDON FOR IMPROVING NATURAL KNOWLEDGE (COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ROYAL SOCIETY)No. 207043 |
|---|---|
| Annual income | £157,614,000 |
| Annual expenditure | £151,520,000 |
| Income less expenditure | £6,094,000 |
| Trustees | Not published |
| Highest-paid staff band | No band in synced record |
| Financial year end | 31 March 2025 |
| Cause category | Not classified |
| Region | Not published |
What it says it does
The Royal Society has three roles: A learned society; The UK's Academy of Science; And as a funding agency. We- Promote science and its benefits- Recognise excellence in science- Support outstanding science- Provide scientific advice for policy- Foster international and global cooperation- Provide education and public engagement
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