--- title: "Lanarkshire Police Historical Society — check charity number SC051108 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lanarkshire Police Historical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051108. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in North Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lanarkshire-police-historical-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:28:53.623Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lanarkshire Police Historical Society is a registered charity (number SC051108) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £12,879 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Lanarkshire Police Historical Society? Registered charity number SC051108 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £12,879 Website [www.lphs.org.uk](http://www.lphs.org.uk/) ## What does Lanarkshire Police Historical Society do? The Society advances public education in the history and heritage of policing in Lanarkshire and its constituent forces. We provide public benefit by increasing knowledge and understanding of local policing history through meetings, talks, publications, research, and community engagement. We work to identify, preserve and promote access to historic police archives, documents and artefacts, ensuring this important aspect of Lanarkshire’s civic heritage remains available for educational and research purposes. Our activities are open to the public, and any fees charged are set only to cover cost… ## What causes is Lanarkshire Police Historical Society registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lanarkshire Police Historical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lanarkshire Police Historical Society 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=lanarkshire-police-historical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lphs.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lanarkshire Police Historical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Lanarkshire Police Historical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051108) 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 Lanarkshire Police Historical Society's charity number? Lanarkshire Police Historical Society's charity number is SC051108. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051108? Search SC051108 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 Lanarkshire Police Historical Society do? The Society advances public education in the history and heritage of policing in Lanarkshire and its constituent forces. We provide public benefit by increasing knowledge and understanding of local policing history through meetings, talks, publications, research, and community engagement. We work to identify, preserve and promote access to historic police archives, documents and artefacts, ensuring this important aspect of Lanarkshire’s civic heritage remains available for educational and research purposes. Our activities are open to the public, and any fees charged are set only to cover cost… Does Lanarkshire Police Historical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lanarkshire Police Historical Society. 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 Lanarkshire Police Historical Society? Lanarkshire Police Historical Society's website is http://www.lphs.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC051108).