--- title: "Newsline — check charity number SC014778 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Newsline a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC014778. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Falkirk. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/newsline retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:41:13.390Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Newsline is a registered charity (number SC014778) 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; any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £2,017 (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 Newsline? Registered charity number SC014778 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Falkirk Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,017 ## What does Newsline do? Exists to provide audio recordings of the local newspaper each week to blind and visually impaired people in the local area. We also publish a monthly magazine recording of useful and interesting articles. This is provided on memory sticks and we also provide a suitable player to each listener if required. This is free of charge to the listener. We now provide an online version to those who can access it. ## What causes is Newsline registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantageany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Newsline yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Newsline 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=newsline&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Newsline a legitimate charity? Yes. Newsline is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC014778) 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 Newsline's charity number? Newsline's charity number is SC014778. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC014778? Search SC014778 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 Newsline do? Exists to provide audio recordings of the local newspaper each week to blind and visually impaired people in the local area. We also publish a monthly magazine recording of useful and interesting articles. This is provided on memory sticks and we also provide a suitable player to each listener if required. This is free of charge to the listener. We now provide an online version to those who can access it. Does Newsline have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Newsline. 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 Newsline? Newsline 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=SC014778).