Libraries may take a variety of forms and some of them may be established as charities.
The Charities Act says that a 'charity' is an institution which
1. is established for charitable purposes only and
2. is subject to the control of the High Court's charity law jurisdiction
To be a 'charitable purpose' (as defined in the Charities Act) it must:
• fall within the descriptions of purposes in the Charities Act and
• be for the public benefit – the 'public benefit requirement'
Libraries Peer Network Survey
In March 2017 we surveyed the Libraries Peer Network to find out what the environment looks like for community-managed libraries today.
Enabling Collaboration
Promoting and enabling collaborative solutions to strengthen community enterprise.
Peer Support & Expert Advice
Lively debate and specialist advice to organisations and authorities exploring community management solutions.
The Hub
The online home for Community Managed Libraries. Supporting the exchange of ideas, knowledge and expertise to realise the benefits of community enterprise.