Libraries Connected
Also known as: Society of Chief Librarians, Scl
The Objects of the Charity are to advance the education of the public by assisting in the establishment, maintenance, operation and development of libraries and library services in the United Kingdom (which are either public or from which the public may benefit) and to further such other charitable purposes consistent with the above as the Trustees, in their absolute discretion, shall determine.
Activities & Mission
The Objects of the Charity are to advance the education of the public by assisting in the establishment, maintenance, operation and development of libraries and library services in the United Kingdom (which are either public or from which the public may benefit) and to further such other charitable purposes consistent with the above as the Trustees, in their absolute discretion, shall determine.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 63% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 48% of UK Arts 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 | £2,714,195 | £2,674,165 | £2,601,172 | £2,261,020 | £751,000 | 15 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,862,192 | £2,170,161 | £2,146,261 | £2,220,988 | £1,055,000 | 13 / 15 |
| 2023 | £2,340,961 | £1,358,303 | £1,335,425 | £2,528,958 | £841,690 | 12 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,513,847 | £1,234,576 | £1,182,338 | £1,546,300 | £1,248,252 | 13 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,646,880 | £1,224,864 | £1,223,712 | £1,267,029 | £787,221 | 13 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Libraries Connected
What does Libraries Connected do?
The Objects of the Charity are to advance the education of the public by assisting in the establishment, maintenance, operation and development of libraries and library services in the United Kingdom (which are either public or from which the public may benefit) and to further such other charitable purposes consistent with the above as the Trustees, in their absolute discretion, shall determine.
How much income did Libraries Connected report in 2025?
Libraries Connected reported total income of £2.71m and reported expenditure of £2.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Libraries Connected?
Libraries Connected has a program ratio of 95.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 63% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Libraries Connected registered as a charity?
Libraries Connected was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 January 2018 as charity number 1176482. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Libraries Connected?
Libraries Connected is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Edward Ewin Jewell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Libraries Connected operate?
Libraries Connected operates across 5 areas, including Guernsey, Isle Of Man, Jersey and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Libraries Connected a registered charity?
Yes — Libraries Connected is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176482.
Details
Mailbox 1201
Maggie O'Neill Business Centre
433 Liverpool Road
Huyton, Liverpool
L36 8HT
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Society of Chief Librarians
- Scl
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated