How to Object

Find out how you can object to a charity reorganisation.

Anyone may object to a proposed charity reorganisation scheme.

OSCR must consider the content of any objections received. If an objection is received, this does not mean that the scheme will automatically be refused. Objections inform the process, but they do not determine the outcome.

An objection to a proposed charity reorganisation scheme must be made in writing. It must include:

  • the name and address of the person making the objection
  • the nature of their interest in the charity (if any)
  • the nature of the objection and the reasons for it.

An objection can be sent to us by email or letter.

Content of objection

Please refer to the reorganisation summary on the OSCR website and comment on whether in your view the matters described are accurate. This appears in the charity's entry in the Scottish Charity Register, under the heading 'Section 39 Reorganisation Reports'. Give examples to support your view, where these are available.

When to object

The latest date for receipt of objections by OSCR always appears on the reorganisation summary. In all cases, this is 14 days after the summary is removed from the OSCR website.

What happens with your objection

Copies of any objections received will usually be forwarded to the applicant charity. The personal details (names and addresses) of objectors will normally be given to the applicant charity. If an objector wishes to have his or her personal details withheld, they must tell us why. OSCR will decide whether or not this is appropriate in the circumstances.

Objections should be sent to:

OSCR - Charity Reorganisation
2nd Floor
Quadrant House
Riverside Drive
Dundee
DD1 4NY
info@oscr.org.uk

To be considered, objections must be received no later than the latest stated date for objection. Objections received after this time will not be considered.