Libya in the UK
Analysis
Libya in the UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in First Floor. It was registered in August 2021, 5 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training and economic/community development/employment, which this site groups under community and economic development. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Libya in the UK reported income of £16k and spending of £2,817, leaving 82% of income unspent that year. Across the 4 years on record, from December 2022 to December 2025, income grew from £3,194 to £16k (+400%), an average of +71% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2023, when income rose by 4666%. Over the whole period it spent 12% of the income it received.
Among 1,869 England and Wales charities whose main cause is community and economic development and that reported income, Libya in the UK sits at the 34th percentile: it is larger than about 34% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 40th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Brampton Abbotts Parish Hall (£16k), High Sheriff of Somerset Charitable Trust (£16k) and Larkholme Community Association (£16k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Our activities intend to develop the capacity and skills of the Libyan community through our three programmes: Libyan Professionals Programme, Community Hub Programme, and the Arts and Culture Programme. Our activities are aimed at integrating Libyans within British society. We implement events directed especially at the youth to steer them towards exploring their talents and tools for expression.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Brampton Abbotts Parish Hall | Herefordshire | £16k |
| High Sheriff of Somerset Charitable Trust | Shepton Mallet | £16k |
| Larkholme Community Association | Lancashire | £16k |
| 1st Formby Scout Group | Liverpool | £16k |