About us

The history of the Livingston Islamic Centre & Mosque is closely tied to the growth and diversification of the population of Livingston itself, a New Town established in 1962. As Livingston developed and attracted residents from various backgrounds, including a growing Muslim community, the need for a dedicated place of worship and community hub became apparent.
The Livingston Islamic Centre and Mosque was officially registered as a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) with the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) on April 27, 2012 (charity number SC043124). This formal registration marked a significant milestone, solidifying its role as a recognised charitable body dedicated to advancing the Islamic religion in Scotland.
Mission
The primary objective of the Centre is to advance the Islamic Religion as a whole, without distinction as to sect, within Scotland. To achieve this, it provides an Islamic Centre and a prayer room for the Muslim community. The mosque organizes a wide range of activities for all ages, encompassing spiritual, moral, social, intellectual, and physical development.
Activities
Religious Practices: Collective prayers, reading of the Holy Quran, and collective fast-breaking during Ramadan.
Education: Providing Islamic education to the community using modern teaching techniques, including madrasah learning.
Community Engagement: Organising community events, social and religious gatherings, and family fairs.
Outreach: While most activities cater to the Muslim community, non-Muslims are also invited to participate in some events, fostering interfaith understanding.
Support Services: The Centre has established a food pantry to support those in need, helping to relieve poverty and economic disadvantage within Livingston by providing non-perishable food goods. They collaborate with West Lothian Foodbank and West Lothian Food Network for this initiative.
Facilities
The Livingston Islamic Centre & Mosque offers various facilities to cater to its community's needs:
Prayer halls for both male and female worshippers.
Wudu (ablution) facilities for both male and female.
Free car parking, which has been extended and marked for convenience, especially during Jumua'ah (Friday) prayers.
A community hall with a kitchen.
OUR CORE VALUES
Excellence
The core value of Excellence at Livingston Islamic Centre & Mosque is rooted in the Islamic principle of Ihsan, which means doing things in the best possible way, as if one sees God, or knowing that God sees them. This value drives the Centre to aim for high standards in all its endeavors—from the quality of its spiritual and educational programs to the maintenance of its facilities and its service to the community. It encourages a culture of continuous improvement, inspiring the community and staff to embody the highest moral, intellectual, and physical standards in their practice of Islam and their engagement with the wider society. By striving for excellence, the Mosque seeks to be a beacon of positive contribution and a center that provides the best possible environment for the practice and teaching of the Islamic faith.
Integrity
The core value of Integrity at Livingston Islamic Centre & Mosque (LICM) is likely rooted in the Islamic principles of truthfulness, honesty, and moral uprightness in all dealings. This means the centre strives to operate with transparency and accountability in its finances, governance, and communication with the community and the wider public. For its members, integrity encourages living by the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah, demonstrating sincerity in worship, maintaining strong ethical standards in personal and public life, and being trustworthy representatives of the Islamic faith within Livingston.
Transparency
The core value of Transparency at Livingston Islamic Centre & Mosque emphasizes openness and clear communication in all aspects of its operation, particularly in governance and financial matters. This commitment ensures that the community and stakeholders are fully informed about how decisions are made, how funds are managed, and what activities the centre is undertaking. By promoting transparency, the mosque builds trust and accountability with its congregation and the wider public, fostering an environment where all members feel confident in the centre's integrity and leadership.
Our Mosque Capacity
Men's prayer room
300 Places
Women's prayer room
100 Places
Our services
Marriage & Nikah
Iftar
Funeral Services
Hall Hire
Advice & Counselling
New Muslim Support
Our Facilities
Toilet room
Men & Women
Ablutions room
Men & Women
