Local Solutions
Also known as: Merseyside Council for Voluntary Service, M C V S
The provision of services in the following fields: Homecare, Shopmobility, Training , Welfare Rights, Supported Accommodation, Support for the disabled, Carers Support, Liverpool Watersports Centre, Mobex, Domestic Violence Service, Conference Facilities
Activities & Mission
The provision of services in the following fields: Homecare, Shopmobility, Training , Welfare Rights, Supported Accommodation, Support for the disabled, Carers Support, Liverpool Watersports Centre, Mobex, Domestic Violence Service, Conference Facilities
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 70% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £10M (sample: 76). How is this calculated?
Higher than 72% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 66% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £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 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £14,855,348 | £14,700,572 | £14,537,695 | £3,001,708 | £1,347,187 | 518 / 55 |
| 2025 | £14,598,037 | £14,397,665 | £14,280,917 | £2,720,300 | £2,480,684 | 553 / 61 |
| 2024 | £13,328,907 | £13,145,156 | £13,042,602 | £2,519,928 | £2,267,580 | 531 / 72 |
| 2023 | £12,515,814 | £12,837,729 | £12,742,566 | £2,336,177 | £1,259,086 | 537 / 74 |
| 2022 | £13,341,438 | £12,720,370 | £12,671,685 | £2,658,092 | £1,643,090 | 624 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Local Solutions
What does Local Solutions do?
The provision of services in the following fields: Homecare, Shopmobility, Training , Welfare Rights, Supported Accommodation, Support for the disabled, Carers Support, Liverpool Watersports Centre, Mobex, Domestic Violence Service, Conference Facilities
How much income did Local Solutions report in 2026?
Local Solutions reported total income of £14.86m and reported expenditure of £14.70m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Local Solutions?
Local Solutions has a program ratio of 97.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 70% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £10M (sample of 76 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Local Solutions registered as a charity?
Local Solutions was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 May 1984 as charity number 515060. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Local Solutions?
Local Solutions is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Helen Ruth Heap. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Local Solutions operate?
Local Solutions operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Local Solutions a registered charity?
Yes — Local Solutions is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515060.
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Other notable Social welfare charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Merseyside Council for Voluntary Service
- M C V S
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated