--- title: "The Listening Service — check charity number SC049587 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Listening Service a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049587. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on Charit" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-listening-service retrieved: 2026-08-26T18:56:31.801Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Listening Service is a registered charity (number SC049587) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £1,183 (year ending 2025-04-01). 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 The Listening Service? Registered charity number SC049587 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-04-01) £1,183 Website [listeningserviceedinburgh.org](https://listeningserviceedinburgh.org/) ## What does The Listening Service do? The organisation’s purposes are to support those finding the experience of using Edinburgh Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Courts difficult, stressful or confusing by using knowledge of the court layout and procedures to guide, direct and signpost users appropriately, listening to users and allowing them to express their feelings without judgement and treating all users with dignity and respect. The charity recruits, trains and organises about 35 volunteers so that there are three listening volunteers available whenever the court is sitting. ## What causes is The Listening Service registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Listening Service yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Listening Service 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=the-listening-service&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://listeningserviceedinburgh.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Listening Service a legitimate charity? Yes. The Listening Service is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049587) 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 The Listening Service's charity number? The Listening Service's charity number is SC049587. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049587? Search SC049587 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 The Listening Service do? The organisation’s purposes are to support those finding the experience of using Edinburgh Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Courts difficult, stressful or confusing by using knowledge of the court layout and procedures to guide, direct and signpost users appropriately, listening to users and allowing them to express their feelings without judgement and treating all users with dignity and respect. The charity recruits, trains and organises about 35 volunteers so that there are three listening volunteers available whenever the court is sitting. Does The Listening Service have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Listening Service. 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 The Listening Service? The Listening Service's website is https://listeningserviceedinburgh.org — 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=SC049587).