--- title: "UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service — check charity number SC030004 | CharityCompare" description: "Is UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC030004. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/update-scotlands-national-disabilty-information-service retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:37:22.697Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service is a registered charity (number SC030004) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £167,743 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service? Registered charity number SC030004 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £167,743 Website [www.disabilityscot.org.uk](http://www.disabilityscot.org.uk/) ## What does UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service do? Disability Information Scotland (DIS) is a Scotland-wide charity based in Edinburgh providing reliable, accessible and Scotland-specific disability information through a telephone Information Line, online and printed information guides, the Scottish Disability Directory (over 1,700 entries) and accessible information training for organisations. In 2024–25, DIS supported 2,596 people via the helpline, 28,108 directory users, 23,080 information guide users, and trained 203 people through e-learning and in-person sessions. Our work helps people understand their rights and navigate complex Scot… ## What causes is UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information 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=update-scotlands-national-disabilty-information-service&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.disabilityscot.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service a legitimate charity? Yes. UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC030004) 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 UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service's charity number? UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service's charity number is SC030004. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030004? Search SC030004 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 UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service do? Disability Information Scotland (DIS) is a Scotland-wide charity based in Edinburgh providing reliable, accessible and Scotland-specific disability information through a telephone Information Line, online and printed information guides, the Scottish Disability Directory (over 1,700 entries) and accessible information training for organisations. In 2024–25, DIS supported 2,596 people via the helpline, 28,108 directory users, 23,080 information guide users, and trained 203 people through e-learning and in-person sessions. Our work helps people understand their rights and navigate complex Scot… Does UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information 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 UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service? UPDATE Scotlands National Disabilty Information Service's website is http://www.disabilityscot.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=SC030004).