--- title: "Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) — check charity number SC048485 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048485. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Shetland Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fair-isle-marine-research-organisation-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:36:38.806Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC048485) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £37,212 (year ending 2025-06-30). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC048485 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Shetland Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £37,212 ## What does Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) do? The charity was set up to demonstrate and research the marine protected area around Fair Isle by identifying research priorities. FIMRO is the community voice and representation for the DR MPA. We work closely with the community to ensure our objectives are current and meet the communities aspirations for the DR MPA. We undertake locally based research projects, with citizen science a key to engaging the community and wider public. Funding support allows for larger research projects with the information/data and other outcomes feeding into the DR MPA. Ultimately data etc may identify managem… ## What causes is Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=fair-isle-marine-research-organisation-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048485) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO)'s charity number? Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO)'s charity number is SC048485. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048485? Search SC048485 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) do? The charity was set up to demonstrate and research the marine protected area around Fair Isle by identifying research priorities. FIMRO is the community voice and representation for the DR MPA. We work closely with the community to ensure our objectives are current and meet the communities aspirations for the DR MPA. We undertake locally based research projects, with citizen science a key to engaging the community and wider public. Funding support allows for larger research projects with the information/data and other outcomes feeding into the DR MPA. Ultimately data etc may identify managem… Does Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO)? Fair Isle Marine Research Organisation (SCIO) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC048485).