--- title: "LMN Scotland — check charity number SC043868 | CharityCompare" description: "Is LMN Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043868. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lmn-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:09:41.283Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer LMN Scotland is a registered charity (number SC043868) 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 education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £367,458 (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 LMN Scotland? Registered charity number SC043868 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £367,458 Website [www.livemusicnow.scot](http://www.livemusicnow.scot/) ## What does LMN Scotland do? The objects for which LMNS is established are: • The advancement of the arts and culture through the promotion of music and other performing arts, in particular among those members of the public who would otherwise be deprived of the benefit of performances of live music and of other performing arts. and • To advance the musical education of musicians at the outset of their careers as performing artists by providing them with support, specialist training and opportunities to complete their practical education by performing and working in public. Activities In furtherance of its o… ## What causes is LMN Scotland registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for LMN Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. LMN Scotland 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=lmn-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.livemusicnow.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is LMN Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. LMN Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043868) 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 LMN Scotland's charity number? LMN Scotland's charity number is SC043868. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043868? Search SC043868 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 LMN Scotland do? The objects for which LMNS is established are: • The advancement of the arts and culture through the promotion of music and other performing arts, in particular among those members of the public who would otherwise be deprived of the benefit of performances of live music and of other performing arts. and • To advance the musical education of musicians at the outset of their careers as performing artists by providing them with support, specialist training and opportunities to complete their practical education by performing and working in public. Activities In furtherance of its o… Does LMN Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for LMN Scotland. 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 LMN Scotland? LMN Scotland's website is http://www.livemusicnow.scot — 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=SC043868).