--- title: "Link Group Ltd — check charity number SC001026 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Link Group Ltd a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001026. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompar" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/link-group-ltd retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:45:09.157Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Link Group Ltd is a registered charity (number SC001026) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £102,020,000 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Link Group Ltd? Registered charity number SC001026 Status Registered (active) Charity type Registered Society Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £102,020,000 Website [www.linkhousing.org.uk](http://www.linkhousing.org.uk/) ## What does Link Group Ltd do? 2 The objects of the Association are: 2.1 to provide for the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage through the provision, construction, improvement and management of land and accommodation and the provision of care. and 2.2 any other purpose or object permitted under Section 24 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2010 which is charitable both for the purposes of Section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and also in relation to the application of the Taxes Acts. ## What causes is Link Group Ltd registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Link Group Ltd yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Link Group Ltd 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=link-group-ltd&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.linkhousing.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Link Group Ltd a legitimate charity? Yes. Link Group Ltd is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001026) 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 Link Group Ltd's charity number? Link Group Ltd's charity number is SC001026. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001026? Search SC001026 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 Link Group Ltd do? 2 The objects of the Association are: 2.1 to provide for the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage through the provision, construction, improvement and management of land and accommodation and the provision of care. and 2.2 any other purpose or object permitted under Section 24 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2010 which is charitable both for the purposes of Section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and also in relation to the application of the Taxes Acts. Does Link Group Ltd have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Link Group Ltd. 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 Link Group Ltd? Link Group Ltd's website is http://www.linkhousing.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=SC001026).