--- title: "Paisley Development Trust — check charity number SC042859 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Paisley Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042859. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/paisley-development-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:10:42.070Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Paisley Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC042859) 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. 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 Paisley Development Trust? Registered charity number SC042859 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Renfrewshire Website [www.thepdt.org.uk](http://www.thepdt.org.uk/) ## What does Paisley Development Trust do? 1 The organisation's purposes are: To advance lifelong education and learning and assist in the regeneration of the community of Renfrewshire area through the Arts, Culture and Heritage ## What causes is Paisley Development Trust registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Paisley Development Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Paisley Development Trust 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=paisley-development-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thepdt.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Paisley Development Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Paisley Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042859) 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 Paisley Development Trust's charity number? Paisley Development Trust's charity number is SC042859. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042859? Search SC042859 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 Paisley Development Trust do? 1 The organisation's purposes are: To advance lifelong education and learning and assist in the regeneration of the community of Renfrewshire area through the Arts, Culture and Heritage Does Paisley Development Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Paisley Development Trust. 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 Paisley Development Trust? Paisley Development Trust's website is http://www.thepdt.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=SC042859).