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title: "Scots Language Society — check charity number SC010286 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Scots Language Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC010286. the advancement of education charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scots-language-society
retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:04:57.676Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Scots Language Society is a registered charity (number SC010286) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. Its latest reported income was £7,914 (year ending 2023-12-31). 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 Scots Language Society?

Registered charity number

SC010286

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Unincorporated association

Location

Perth And Kinross

Latest income (year ending 2023-12-31)

£7,914

Website

[www.lallans.co.uk](http://www.lallans.co.uk/)

## What does Scots Language Society do?

We are set up to promote the Scots language. We do this by publishing Lallans magazine twice a year and occasional other publication. We also hold a yearly conference on the Scots language and other events.

## What causes is Scots Language Society registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scots Language Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scots Language Society 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Scots Language Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Scots Language Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC010286) 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 Scots Language Society's charity number?

Scots Language Society's charity number is SC010286. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC010286?

Search SC010286 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 Scots Language Society do?

We are set up to promote the Scots language. We do this by publishing Lallans magazine twice a year and occasional other publication. We also hold a yearly conference on the Scots language and other events.

Does Scots Language Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scots Language Society. 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 Scots Language Society?

Scots Language Society's website is http://www.lallans.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=SC010286).