OSCR

The Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) is the independent regulator and registrar for over 24,000 Scottish charities.

Our social media T&Cs can be viewed here - http://bit.ly/2h1SfXW. The Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) is a Non-Ministerial Department and part of the Scottish Administration following commencement of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005. We are the independent regulator and registrar for over 24,000 Scottish charities including community groups, religious charities, schools,

universities, grant-giving charities and major care providers. Our work as Regulator ultimately supports public confidence in charities and their work.

11/03/2026

The OSCR website is currently down for maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

15/01/2026

The Gathering is back this year on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 February 2026 at the EICC and we're looking forward to hosting a session as part of the exciting programme of events! SCVO

Join OSCR for:

ℹ️ Charity law in transition: key legislative updates and what they mean for you
📅 Wednesday 11 February 2026
🕒 13.30 to 14.30
📍 EICC (Sidlaw Auditorium)
🎟️ Book now: https://www.oscr.org.uk/news/oscr-at-the-gathering-2026/

03/12/2025

We’ve just published our Annual Report & Accounts for 2024-25, providing a detailed look at our work over the past year and how we continue to support Scotland’s charity sector.

This year’s report highlights some of our key achievements, including:

✅ Using our enhanced regulatory powers to ensure charities meet their obligations
✅ Our commitment to increased transparency and accountability
✅ Engaging with the sector on important charity law changes
✅ Asset reinvestment through the Revitalising Trusts Project
✅ Meeting and exceeding our ambitious performance targets

Read the full report here 👇
https://www.oscr.org.uk/news/scottish-charity-regulator-publishes-annual-report-accounts-2024-25/

02/12/2025

Almost 20% of Scottish charities have an online annual return deadline in December. If your charity’s deadline is coming up soon, please ensure you are ready to submit.

You should:
✅ Log in to OSCR Online now to make sure you have access.
✅ Check the guidance on our website to help you complete your online annual return.
✅ Make sure you have your annual accounts, Trustees’ Annual Report and external scrutiny report ready to submit along with your online annual return.

Please note, our offices will be closed from 24 December to 5 January and we will be unable to answer queries during this time.

Find out more 👇
https://www.oscr.org.uk/news/have-you-submitted-your-online-annual-return/

19/11/2025

There's still time to sign up for our free webinar tomorrow! 💻

We recently announced the publication of the new SORP. Charities preparing their annual report and accounts in line with the SORP, and their advisors, will need to ensure they are familiar with what has changed and understand the practical implications for the accounts they will prepare in the future.

Join OSCR, CCEW and CCNI to learn more about the changes as we introduce the new SORP and answer your questions in a Q&A.

📒 Introducing the Charities SORP 2026
📆 Thursday 20 November 2025
🕒 12-1pm
📍 Online
🔗 Sign up here: https://www.oscr.org.uk/news/webinar-introducing-the-charities-sorp-2026/

17/11/2025

Voluntary sector organisations play a pivotal role in the electoral landscape. If your charity plans to take part in any political campaigning or activities, it's important to understand how this relates to the charity test, your charitable purposes and your charity trustee duties.

Come along a webinar hosted by SCVO, OSCR and the Electoral Commission to find out how to campaign with confidence ahead of the upcoming Scottish Parliament election.

📆 Wednesday 19 November 2025
🕒 10 - 11.30am
📍 Online
🔗 Sign up: https://scvo.scot/events-training/calendar/a1vP100000OwL33IAF/preparing-for-a-scottish-parliament-election-with-oscr-and-the-electoral-commission

23/10/2025

Trustees' Week is just around the corner! There are lots of events going on at OSCR to help trustees develop their skills and understand their role within the charity sector.

Find out more about our Trustees' Week events and sign up now 👇
https://www.oscr.org.uk/news/sign-up-for-trustees-week-2025-events-with-oscr/

15/10/2025

Got a question for OSCR? 📢❓ Join us for a free webinar during Trustees' Week and ask our Scottish charity regulation experts about everything from good governance to annual returns!

Whether you want to know more about the charity trustee details which will appear on the Scottish Charity Register from early 2026, would like some top tips about how to recruit new trustees or have a query about the duties of charity trustees in Scotland, we’re here to answer your questions.

🗓️ Date: Wednesday 5 November
🕐 Time: 12-1pm
📍 Online
🎟️ Free to attend

Sign up now 👇
https://www.oscr.org.uk/news/sign-up-for-ask-oscr-free-webinar/

01/10/2025

Thousands of charities have already submitted their charity trustee details since new legal requirements were brought in on 30 June 2025. Have you submitted yours yet?

It's quick and easy to do in OSCR Online. Watch this short video to find out how to upload your charity trustee information 👇

17/09/2025

Charity Digitalprovides free and low-cost services to support charities with all things digital, from training and events to sourcing discounted tech. Charity Digital would like to hear from Scottish charities so they can understand your charity's digital needs and develop better digital services for the sector.

Please complete their quick survey here - it takes just 5 minutes to fill in, and is open until 30 September 2025. 👇

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=xsyS5667PUCrKxPqPUWBAuEqWEDL1kRCrOLHGy81UdxUOVJDTE1NSDlHUTQ0UE1WVkpUVDJOTTVOUS4u&route=shorturl

09/09/2025

Would you like to make a difference to Scotland’s charity sector? We’re looking for a new Board member to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the OSCR Board. 💡

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and lived experiences. We are particularly keen to hear from you if you have experience in:

✅ Engaging with under-represented groups
✅ Digital or cyber sectors
✅ Regulation

Find out more information and apply here 👇
https://fa-evxn-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/jobs?keyword=oscr&mode=location

01/09/2025

🔍 Exploring Charity Data: Data at Your Fingertips

Join us for a free public webinar on Thursday 25 September to discover the wealth of data available on Scottish charities via the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).

Whether you're in the third sector, local government, academia, or just curious, this session will help you understand and use charity data more effectively.

👉 Sign up here: www.oscr.org.uk/news/exploring-charity-data-a-free-webinar-unlocking-insights-into-scotland-s-charities/

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Quadrant House, 9 Riverside Drive
Dundee
DD14NY

Website

http://www.oscr.org.uk/

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