--- title: "Staffordshire Rescue Scotland — check charity number SC042285 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Staffordshire Rescue Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042285. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/staffordshire-rescue-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-25T20:58:30.455Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Staffordshire Rescue Scotland is a registered charity (number SC042285) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £11,424 (year ending 2022-03-31). 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 Staffordshire Rescue Scotland? Registered charity number SC042285 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2022-03-31) £11,424 Website [www.staffordshirerescuescotland.org.uk](http://www.staffordshirerescuescotland.org.uk/) ## What does Staffordshire Rescue Scotland do? (a) To give (within the Charities' powers and resources) shelter and care to Staffordshire Bull Terriers (b) To actively seek to re-home dogs who come into our care (c) To promote responsible ownership of domestic dogs (d) To encourage kindness and humanity in their treatment (e) To encourage neutering of all dogs (f) To encourage the inoculation and boosters of pets. (g) To be available when required to give advice and help concerning Staffordshire Bull Terriers in Scotland. (h) Educate the public about this breed (i) Actively lobby the Scottish Parliament for tighter controls on the indiscr… ## What causes is Staffordshire Rescue Scotland registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Staffordshire Rescue Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Staffordshire Rescue Scotland 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=staffordshire-rescue-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.staffordshirerescuescotland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Staffordshire Rescue Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Staffordshire Rescue Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042285) 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 Staffordshire Rescue Scotland's charity number? Staffordshire Rescue Scotland's charity number is SC042285. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042285? Search SC042285 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 Staffordshire Rescue Scotland do? (a) To give (within the Charities' powers and resources) shelter and care to Staffordshire Bull Terriers (b) To actively seek to re-home dogs who come into our care (c) To promote responsible ownership of domestic dogs (d) To encourage kindness and humanity in their treatment (e) To encourage neutering of all dogs (f) To encourage the inoculation and boosters of pets. (g) To be available when required to give advice and help concerning Staffordshire Bull Terriers in Scotland. (h) Educate the public about this breed (i) Actively lobby the Scottish Parliament for tighter controls on the indiscr… Does Staffordshire Rescue Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Staffordshire Rescue Scotland. 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 Staffordshire Rescue Scotland? Staffordshire Rescue Scotland's website is http://www.staffordshirerescuescotland.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=SC042285).