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British And Irish Legal Information Institute

Also known as: Bailii

The British and Irish Legal Information Institute (BAILII) provides access to the most comprehensive set of British and Irish primary legal materials that are available for free and in one place on the internet. BAILII is hosted in the UK and Ireland by the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, London and the Law Faculty, University College Cork.

Activities & Mission

The British and Irish Legal Information Institute (BAILII) provides access to the most comprehensive set of British and Irish primary legal materials that are available for free and in one place on the internet. BAILII is hosted in the UK and Ireland by the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, London and the Law Faculty, University College Cork.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£156,272
Latest Expenditure
£199,632

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 127.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 127.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£156,272
£199,6320 / 0
2023
£176,546
£195,8900 / 0
2022
£195,626
£223,6490 / 0
2021
£187,172
£232,5770 / 0
2020
£239,413
£221,9390 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British And Irish Legal Information Institute

What does British And Irish Legal Information Institute do?

The British and Irish Legal Information Institute (BAILII) provides access to the most comprehensive set of British and Irish primary legal materials that are available for free and in one place on the internet. BAILII is hosted in the UK and Ireland by the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, London and the Law Faculty, University College Cork.

How much income did British And Irish Legal Information Institute report in 2024?

British And Irish Legal Information Institute reported total income of £156k and reported expenditure of £200k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British And Irish Legal Information Institute registered as a charity?

British And Irish Legal Information Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2001 as charity number 1084803. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs British And Irish Legal Information Institute?

British And Irish Legal Information Institute is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is GUY GIBSON BERINGER KC Hon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British And Irish Legal Information Institute operate?

British And Irish Legal Information Institute operates across 3 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Is British And Irish Legal Information Institute a registered charity?

Yes — British And Irish Legal Information Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1084803.

Details

Address
INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED LEGAL STUDIES
CHARLES CLORE HOUSE
17 RUSSELL SQUARE
LONDON
WC1B 5DR
Registration Date
30 January 2001
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3973083
Charity Number
1084803

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Trustees

GUY GIBSON BERINGER KC Hon Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dame Maura McGowan
David Barniville
Dr Nora Ni Loideain
Emily Allbon
Joel Harrison
Nathalie Jeanine Allen Prince
Also governs 1 other charity
Philip Tiet Hue CHUNG
Professor Carl Stychin
Professor Rachael Patricia Mulheron
Rachel Mary WOOD

Also Known As

  • Bailii

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