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Registered charity · No. SC046094SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)Midlothian

28 Group Observed (SCIO)

28 Group Observed (SCIO) is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, based in Midlothian.

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28 Group Observed (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC046094) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £9,658 (year ending 2025-11-30). 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 28 Group Observed (SCIO)?

Registered charity number
SC046094
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
Midlothian
Latest income (year ending 2025-11-30)
£9,658

What does 28 Group Observed (SCIO) do?

Providing educational talks, literature and guided visits for the general public relating to the Royal Observer Corps and their role in both the Second World War and the Cold War. The advancement of heritage by preserving the Royal Observer Corps Group & Sector Control bunker at Craigiebarns in Dundee and other Royal Observer Corps sites served by the 28 Group Control Bunker. The archiving of related materials & information to enable future research.

What causes is 28 Group Observed (SCIO) registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for 28 Group Observed (SCIO) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. 28 Group Observed (SCIO) 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is 28 Group Observed (SCIO) a legitimate charity?
Yes. 28 Group Observed (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046094) 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 28 Group Observed (SCIO)'s charity number?
28 Group Observed (SCIO)'s charity number is SC046094. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC046094?
Search SC046094 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 28 Group Observed (SCIO) do?
Providing educational talks, literature and guided visits for the general public relating to the Royal Observer Corps and their role in both the Second World War and the Cold War. The advancement of heritage by preserving the Royal Observer Corps Group & Sector Control bunker at Craigiebarns in Dundee and other Royal Observer Corps sites served by the 28 Group Control Bunker. The archiving of related materials & information to enable future research.
Does 28 Group Observed (SCIO) have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 28 Group Observed (SCIO). 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 28 Group Observed (SCIO)?
28 Group Observed (SCIO)'s website is http://www.28group.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.