--- title: "Bias — check charity number SC024967 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bias a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024967. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bias retrieved: 2026-08-18T16:00:34.072Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bias is a registered charity (number SC024967) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of health; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £235,832 (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 Bias? Registered charity number SC024967 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £235,832 Website [www.bordersadvocacy.org.uk](http://www.bordersadvocacy.org.uk/) ## What does Bias do? Provision of professional independent advocacy services to the population of the Scottish Borders. ## What causes is Bias registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bias yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bias 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=bias&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bordersadvocacy.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bias a legitimate charity? Yes. Bias is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024967) 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 Bias's charity number? Bias's charity number is SC024967. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024967? Search SC024967 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 Bias do? Provision of professional independent advocacy services to the population of the Scottish Borders. Does Bias have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bias. 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 Bias? Bias's website is http://www.bordersadvocacy.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=SC024967).