--- title: "Radio Saltire (SCIO) — check charity number SC044336 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Radio Saltire (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044336. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/radio-saltire-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:15:29.367Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Radio Saltire (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC044336) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £31,710 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Radio Saltire (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC044336 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £31,710 Website [radiosaltire.com](http://radiosaltire.com/) ## What does Radio Saltire (SCIO) do? To advance community development and citizenship by: i. Encouraging the involvement and promotion of community organisations and events through the use of the community radio station. ii. Encouraging volunteering at all levels of the organisation by all interested members of our community. 2. To advance education by: i. Offering training and the opportunity to learn about all the roles involved in the running of the community radio station. ## What causes is Radio Saltire (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Radio Saltire (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Radio Saltire (SCIO) 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=radio-saltire-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://radiosaltire.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Radio Saltire (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Radio Saltire (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044336) 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 Radio Saltire (SCIO)'s charity number? Radio Saltire (SCIO)'s charity number is SC044336. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044336? Search SC044336 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 Radio Saltire (SCIO) do? To advance community development and citizenship by: i. Encouraging the involvement and promotion of community organisations and events through the use of the community radio station. ii. Encouraging volunteering at all levels of the organisation by all interested members of our community. 2. To advance education by: i. Offering training and the opportunity to learn about all the roles involved in the running of the community radio station. Does Radio Saltire (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Radio Saltire (SCIO). 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 Radio Saltire (SCIO)? Radio Saltire (SCIO)'s website is http://radiosaltire.com — 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=SC044336).