--- title: "Research Ethics Association — check charity number 1213363 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Research Ethics Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1213363. Education/training charity based in Puriton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/research-ethics-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:38:47.180Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Research Ethics Association is a registered charity (number 1213363) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity. 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 Research Ethics Association? Registered charity number 1213363 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Puriton Website [www.ethics-association.org](http://www.ethics-association.org/) ## What does Research Ethics Association do? We promote understanding of research ethics through education, outreach, and collaborative inquiry. We deliver training, publish resources, host public events, and conduct ethics-focused research across sectors. Based in the UK, we support researchers, educators, and the wider public. ## What causes is Research Ethics Association registered for? Education/trainingHuman Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Research Ethics Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Research Ethics Association 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=research-ethics-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ethics-association.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Research Ethics Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Research Ethics Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1213363) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Research Ethics Association's charity number? Research Ethics Association's charity number is 1213363. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1213363? Search 1213363 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Research Ethics Association do? We promote understanding of research ethics through education, outreach, and collaborative inquiry. We deliver training, publish resources, host public events, and conduct ethics-focused research across sectors. Based in the UK, we support researchers, educators, and the wider public. Does Research Ethics Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Research Ethics Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Research Ethics Association? Research Ethics Association's website is http://www.ethics-association.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1213363).