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RESOLVED: Issue with signing in to OSCR Online 12 Jul 2024

We are aware of an issue with OSCR Online which is preventing users from signing in. Our suppliers are working on resolving this as soon as possible.

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Latest Sector Overview Report now available
Latest Sector Overview Report now available 11 Jul 2024

The latest version of the Sector Overview Report is now available, providing an outline of the charity sector in Scotland over the last three months.

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Inquiry Report: SC042623 The Great Scottish Tapestry Charitable Trust
Inquiry Report: SC042623 The Great Scottish Tapestry Charitable Trust 05 Jul 2024

The report details OSCR’s decision to remove the charity from the Scottish Charity Register as it appears that it no longer meets the charity test.

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Join the OSCR WhatsApp channel
Join the OSCR WhatsApp channel 04 Jul 2024

Get the latest news, updates and information for charities in Scotland sent straight to your phone.

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Four ways to improve your charity’s annual report and accounts
Four ways to improve your charity’s annual report and accounts 02 Jul 2024

We recently reviewed the accounts of 60 charities, selected at random to represent the full scope of the Scottish charity sector, and have found four key areas where charities can improve their annual reports and accounts.

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Katriona Carmichael appointed as OSCR's new Chief Executive
Katriona Carmichael appointed as OSCR's new Chief Executive 01 Jul 2024

Katriona Carmichael has taken up her appointment as OSCR's CEO.

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Charities reminded of the rules around political campaigning ahead of General Election
Charities reminded of the rules around political campaigning ahead of General Election 21 Jun 2024

The guidance makes clear our position that charities may only undertake campaigning where it is consistent with their charitable purposes.

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Charities asked to prepare for changes to the Scottish Charity Register
Charities asked to prepare for changes to the Scottish Charity Register 17 Jun 2024

Increased transparency and accountability coming next year.

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Complete SCVO's cyber security survey
Complete SCVO's cyber security survey 30 May 2024

By taking a few minutes to fill in the survey, you'll help to shape SCVO's programme of work to effectively support the third sector in staying secure online.

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