Cumbria Law Centre
Also known as: Carlisle Community Law Centre, Community Law Centre
Free legal advice and representation in Carlisle, Allerdale, Copeland and Barrow. (Future plan for Eden). We tackle poverty and oppression for those who cannot access help elsewhere. Telephone advice (01228 515 129) every weekday, and clinics throughout Cumbria. Specialists in Housing, Employment, Community Care, Welfare Benefits, Debt, Discrimination, Public law and Human Rights & Education.
Activities & Mission
Free legal advice and representation in Carlisle, Allerdale, Copeland and Barrow. (Future plan for Eden). We tackle poverty and oppression for those who cannot access help elsewhere. Telephone advice (01228 515 129) every weekday, and clinics throughout Cumbria. Specialists in Housing, Employment, Community Care, Welfare Benefits, Debt, Discrimination, Public law and Human Rights & Education.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 36% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 80% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £538,488 | £420,749 | £420,749 | £383,885 | £278,673 | 10 / 0 |
| 2024 | £517,212 | £334,995 | £334,995 | £266,146 | £161,104 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £332,984 | £367,810 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £350,432 | £359,737 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £387,884 | £354,446 | 0 / 13 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cumbria Law Centre
What does Cumbria Law Centre do?
Free legal advice and representation in Carlisle, Allerdale, Copeland and Barrow. (Future plan for Eden). We tackle poverty and oppression for those who cannot access help elsewhere. Telephone advice (01228 515 129) every weekday, and clinics throughout Cumbria. Specialists in Housing, Employment, Community Care, Welfare Benefits, Debt, Discrimination, Public law and Human Rights & Education.
How much income did Cumbria Law Centre report in 2025?
Cumbria Law Centre reported total income of £538k and reported expenditure of £421k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cumbria Law Centre?
Cumbria Law Centre has a program ratio of 78.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 36% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cumbria Law Centre registered as a charity?
Cumbria Law Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 September 1991 as charity number 1004114. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs Cumbria Law Centre?
Cumbria Law Centre is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Reginald Nicol. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cumbria Law Centre operate?
Cumbria Law Centre operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Cumbria Law Centre a registered charity?
Yes — Cumbria Law Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1004114.
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Also Known As
- Carlisle Community Law Centre
- Community Law Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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