Liver UK
Also known as: British Liver Trust, The British Liver Foundation
Patient services, including information and our nationwide network of patient support groups.Improving awareness of the risks and causes of liver disease.Research into the causes and treatments of liver disease.Supporting health professionals to deliver high standards of care and support to those affectedEnsuring patients have a voice at local and national government level
Activities & Mission
Patient services, including information and our nationwide network of patient support groups.Improving awareness of the risks and causes of liver disease.Research into the causes and treatments of liver disease.Supporting health professionals to deliver high standards of care and support to those affectedEnsuring patients have a voice at local and national government level
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.
Country
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 28% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 147). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,483,343 | £2,494,832 | £1,903,160 | £903,315 | £480,596 | 48 / 86 |
| 2024 | £1,793,025 | £1,873,798 | £1,513,428 | £912,025 | £546,609 | 39 / 15 |
| 2023 | £1,571,862 | £1,757,580 | £1,401,021 | £992,798 | £992,798 | 37 / 25 |
| 2022 | £1,461,906 | £1,377,700 | £1,065,163 | £1,178,516 | £972,316 | 28 / 30 |
| 2021 | £1,328,340 | £1,009,994 | £780,266 | £1,094,310 | £777,888 | 24 / 60 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Liver UK
What does Liver UK do?
Patient services, including information and our nationwide network of patient support groups.Improving awareness of the risks and causes of liver disease.Research into the causes and treatments of liver disease.Supporting health professionals to deliver high standards of care and support to those affectedEnsuring patients have a voice at local and national government level
How much income did Liver UK report in 2025?
Liver UK reported total income of £2.48m and reported expenditure of £2.49m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Liver UK?
Liver UK has a program ratio of 76.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 147 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Liver UK registered as a charity?
Liver UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 1988 as charity number 298858. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Liver UK?
Liver UK is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Liver UK operate?
Liver UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Liver UK a registered charity?
Yes — Liver UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 298858.
Details
Venta Court
20 Jewry Street
Winchester
SO23 8FE
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- British Liver Trust
- Liver UK
- The British Liver Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated