--- title: "Orkney Drugs Dog — check charity number SC047543 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Orkney Drugs Dog a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047543. the advancement of education charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/orkney-drugs-dog retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:24:13.787Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Orkney Drugs Dog is a registered charity (number SC047543) 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 health; the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £95,260 (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 Orkney Drugs Dog? Registered charity number SC047543 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £95,260 Website [www.orkneydrugsdog.co.uk](http://www.orkneydrugsdog.co.uk/) ## What does Orkney Drugs Dog do? To contribute to the reduction of the supply of controlled substances coming into Orkney through the detection deterrent work as provided by a dog handler and trained drug detection dogs. ## What causes is Orkney Drugs Dog registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Orkney Drugs Dog yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Orkney Drugs Dog 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=orkney-drugs-dog&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.orkneydrugsdog.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Orkney Drugs Dog a legitimate charity? Yes. Orkney Drugs Dog is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047543) 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 Orkney Drugs Dog's charity number? Orkney Drugs Dog's charity number is SC047543. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047543? Search SC047543 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 Orkney Drugs Dog do? To contribute to the reduction of the supply of controlled substances coming into Orkney through the detection deterrent work as provided by a dog handler and trained drug detection dogs. Does Orkney Drugs Dog have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Orkney Drugs Dog. 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 Orkney Drugs Dog? Orkney Drugs Dog's website is http://www.orkneydrugsdog.co.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=SC047543).