Registered charity · No. SC054446Unincorporated association
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Royal British Legion
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Royal British Legion is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.
Royal British Legion (number SC054446) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does Royal British Legion do?
The Royal British Legion is a UK charity dedicated to supporting members of the Armed Forces community, including serving personnel, veterans, and their families. Founded in 1921, it provides welfare services, financial assistance, and advocacy for those affected by military service. A central part of its mission is remembrance: honouring those who have died in service to the nation. The Legion is best known for organizing the annual Poppy Appeal and the National Service of Remembrance, encouraging public reflection and recognition of sacrifice. Through education, events, and community engage…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Royal British Legion
Answers Royal British Legion gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 September 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Where does Royal British Legion's money come from?
Royal British Legion reported £57m total income for the year ending 30 September 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £37m (64%), trading and fundraising events £11m (20%), investments £8.8m (15%).
Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£37m · 64%
Trading and fundraising events£11m · 20%
Investments£8.8m · 15%
Other income£402k · 1%
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
Outwith Scotland
What causes is Royal British Legion registered for?
the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage
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The register data used for this profile lists Royal British Legion as a registered charity (number SC054446) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Royal British Legion's charity number?
Royal British Legion's charity number is SC054446. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC054446?
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What does Royal British Legion do?
The Royal British Legion is a UK charity dedicated to supporting members of the Armed Forces community, including serving personnel, veterans, and their families. Founded in 1921, it provides welfare services, financial assistance, and advocacy for those affected by military service. A central part of its mission is remembrance: honouring those who have died in service to the nation. The Legion is best known for organizing the annual Poppy Appeal and the National Service of Remembrance, encouraging public reflection and recognition of sacrifice. Through education, events, and community engage…
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CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Royal British Legion. 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 Royal British Legion?
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Where does Royal British Legion's money come from?
Royal British Legion reported £57m total income for the year ending 30 September 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £37m (64%), trading and fundraising events £11m (20%), investments £8.8m (15%).
When was Royal British Legion registered as a charity?
Royal British Legion was entered on the register on 4 August 2025.