--- title: "Mid Essex Talking News — check charity number 282706 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mid Essex Talking News a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 282706. Disability charity based in Stanway. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mid-essex-talking-news retrieved: 2026-08-24T03:39:37.705Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mid Essex Talking News is a registered charity (number 282706) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £701 (year ending 2017-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Mid Essex Talking News? Registered charity number 282706 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Stanway Latest income (year ending 2017-03-31) £701 Website [www.midessextalkingnews.org.uk](http://www.midessextalkingnews.org.uk/) ## What does Mid Essex Talking News do? Mid Essex Talking News provides recordings of news items to the visually impaired living in, and with interests in, Mid Essex. METN maintains product quality by monitoring outputs, service of equipment, and reviewing alternative procedures. METN recruits and trains volunteers, organises fundraising events to ensure financial viability, and promotes itself to potential users and supporters. ## What causes is Mid Essex Talking News registered for? Disability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mid Essex Talking News yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mid Essex Talking News is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=mid-essex-talking-news&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.midessextalkingnews.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mid Essex Talking News a legitimate charity? Yes. Mid Essex Talking News is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 282706) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Mid Essex Talking News's charity number? Mid Essex Talking News's charity number is 282706. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 282706? Search 282706 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Mid Essex Talking News do? Mid Essex Talking News provides recordings of news items to the visually impaired living in, and with interests in, Mid Essex. METN maintains product quality by monitoring outputs, service of equipment, and reviewing alternative procedures. METN recruits and trains volunteers, organises fundraising events to ensure financial viability, and promotes itself to potential users and supporters. Does Mid Essex Talking News have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mid Essex Talking News. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Mid Essex Talking News? Mid Essex Talking News's website is http://www.midessextalkingnews.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/282706).