--- title: "Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council — check charity number SC025026 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC025026. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/comhairle-nan-leabhraichean-the-gaelic-books-council retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:39:38.492Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council is a registered charity (number SC025026) 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 £560,937 (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 Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council? Registered charity number SC025026 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £560,937 Website [www.gaelicbooks.org](http://www.gaelicbooks.org/) ## What does Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council do? The purposes of the charity are: to support the development of Gaelic writing. to stimulate interest in Gaelic books and other related materials. to support Gaelic authors and publishers by awarding commission grants and publication grants. to support the Gaelic publishing industry through training, advice and guidance. to increase the range, quality and impact of Gaelic literature. to collaborate with arts agencies to increase access to Gaelic literature. to generate funds through retail, online and outreach sales of Gaelic books. The vision that shapes our annual activities seeks to increas… ## What causes is Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council 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=comhairle-nan-leabhraichean-the-gaelic-books-council&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gaelicbooks.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council a legitimate charity? Yes. Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC025026) 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 Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council's charity number? Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council's charity number is SC025026. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC025026? Search SC025026 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 Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council do? The purposes of the charity are: to support the development of Gaelic writing. to stimulate interest in Gaelic books and other related materials. to support Gaelic authors and publishers by awarding commission grants and publication grants. to support the Gaelic publishing industry through training, advice and guidance. to increase the range, quality and impact of Gaelic literature. to collaborate with arts agencies to increase access to Gaelic literature. to generate funds through retail, online and outreach sales of Gaelic books. The vision that shapes our annual activities seeks to increas… Does Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council. 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 Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council? Comhairle nan Leabhraichean The Gaelic Books Council's website is http://www.gaelicbooks.org — 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=SC025026).