--- title: "Free Representation Unit — check charity number 1183592 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Free Representation Unit a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1183592. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 1st Floor West. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/free-representation-unit-2 retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:45:16.247Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Free Representation Unit is a registered charity (number 1183592) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; disability. Its latest reported income was £460,149 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Free Representation Unit? Registered charity number 1183592 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 1st Floor West Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £460,149 Website [www.thefru.org.uk](http://www.thefru.org.uk/) ## What does Free Representation Unit do? The FRU trains volunteers to represent clients in legal hearings. We aim to prevent poverty by enabling clients to obtain their legal rights. Legal aid is not available and our clients cannot afford to pay for representation. We operate in Greater London, the home counties and the east midlands. Our volunteers are aspiring lawyers or qualified lawyers who give their time for free. ## What causes is Free Representation Unit registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Free Representation Unit yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Free Representation Unit 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=free-representation-unit-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thefru.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Free Representation Unit a legitimate charity? Yes. Free Representation Unit is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1183592) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Free Representation Unit's charity number? Free Representation Unit's charity number is 1183592. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1183592? Search 1183592 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Free Representation Unit do? The FRU trains volunteers to represent clients in legal hearings. We aim to prevent poverty by enabling clients to obtain their legal rights. Legal aid is not available and our clients cannot afford to pay for representation. We operate in Greater London, the home counties and the east midlands. Our volunteers are aspiring lawyers or qualified lawyers who give their time for free. Does Free Representation Unit have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Free Representation Unit. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Free Representation Unit? Free Representation Unit's website is http://www.thefru.org.uk/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1183592).