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The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet

Edinburgh, Scotland Reg: SC050987 (Charity Commission) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
41/100 · methodology

About The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet

The WS Society pursues its charitable purposes by: i) Delivering a legal education programme of continuing professional education (CPD). ii) The provision of law library resources and research support for the legal profession. iii) Providing a summer legal scholars programme open to students studying Scots law. iv) Providing access and support for academics and researchers to consult the Society’s historical collections. v) Cataloguing, conservation, curation, display, and selective digitisation of the Society’s historical library collections, incorporating volunteer and work experience opportunities. vi) Delivering a series of exhibitions and events accessible to the public on a range of legal, cultural, and historical subjects. vii) Maintaining the fabric and operational facilities of the Signet Library as a historic building. 'the advancement of …

Founded
Headquarters
Edinburgh, Scotland

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in United Kingdom
Program spending This charity: 51%
Peer average: 97%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 41
Peer average: 86

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Charity Commission removal, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every £1 goes

· FY2024 · oscr (FY2024)
£0.51
£0.49
Program£0.51
Fundraising£0.49

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

From what GiveRadar has verified so far, The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet has a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.

  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 92% of the 78,357 education charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
  • GiveRadar holds 4 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2024. See the filings
  • Its integrity score of 41 is below most of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (4 filed years)
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • leadership details (present for 78% of comparable organizations)
  • third-party accreditation
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet is a registered education nonprofit based in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2021 and has been operating for 5 years. Its registration number is SC050987. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 41/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £1M in annual revenue.

The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet's official registration number is SC050987, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.

The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 41 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.

The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet is located in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2021 and has been active for 5 years.

Based on official tax filings, The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet has £1M in annual revenue. It allocates 51% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 97% for education charities in United Kingdom. Fundraising costs represent 49%. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It has £1M in annual revenue.

According to GiveRadar's records, The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. It reports that 51% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 97%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

The WS Society pursues its charitable purposes by: i) Delivering a legal education programme of continuing professional education (CPD). ii) The provision of law library resources and research support for the legal profession. iii) Providing a summer legal scholars programme open to students studying Scots law. iv) Providing access and support for academics and researchers to consult the Society’s historical collections. v) Cataloguing, conservation, curation, display, and selective digitisation of the Society’s historical library collections, incorporating volunteer and work experience opportunities. vi) Delivering a series of exhibitions and events accessible to the public on a range of legal, cultural, and historical subjects. vii) Maintaining the fabric and operational facilities of... The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2021.

Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 51% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 97%. Its annual revenue of £1M is comparable to the peer average of £994K.

You can verify The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.

You can donate to The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet directly through its donation page (https://www.wssociety.co.uk/support-us). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.

Donations to The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.

The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet is based in Edinburgh in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.

The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet was first registered in 2021, making it approximately 5 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.

Annual revenue
£1M-£10M
51% to programs
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Filing history

4 years on file from oscr (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
11
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Latest news

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
£1.0M revenue
FY2024
OSCR
Form filed
£0.9M revenue
FY2023
OSCR
Form filed
£0.8M revenue
FY2022
OSCR
Form filed
£2.4M revenue
FY2021
OSCR

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Cause areas in United Kingdom

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Education this charity 87,646
Health 28,382
Religion 22,146
Arts & Culture 21,802
Community Development 10,738
Environment 5,683
Social Services 4,899
Youth Development 4,637
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Most common causes in United Kingdom

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Education 54,780
Arts & Culture 17,729
Disability 17,106
Religion 16,671
Health 15,045
Poverty 14,062
Community Development 11,486
Cultural Heritage 8,526

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 17, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 17, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 7
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2021
Not available · 4
  • Named leadership
    Board and officer list not yet indexed
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet

What is The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet?
The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet is a education nonprofit organization based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The WS Society pursues its charitable purposes by: i) Delivering a legal education programme of continuing professional education (CPD). ii) The provision of law library resources and research support for the legal profession. iii) Providing a summer legal scholars programme open to students studying Scots law. iv) Providing access and support for academics and researchers to consult the Society’s historical collections. v) Cataloguing, conservation, curation, display, and selective digitisation of the Society’s historical library collections, incorporating volunteer and work experience opportunities. vi) Delivering a series of exhibitions and events accessible to the public on a range of legal, cultural, and historical subjects. vii) Maintaining the fabric and operational facilities of the Signet Library as a historic building. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science' Education and professionalism 8.1 To promote the advancement and dissemination of knowledge and education in law, theoretical and practical, for public benefit both within and beyond the legal profession, and in particular to provide public forums for discussion of and information exchange on the law and legal practice. 8.2 To promote best practice in the administration of law for the public benefit in Scotland and elsewhere, in particular by the provision of library and research services to facilitate access by the public to proficient and independent legal advice and by the maintenance in the public interest of high standards of expertise and professional conduct among persons admitted to the Society. Heritage 8.3 To advance the arts, heritage and culture by the preservation, repair, maintenance, conservation, renewal, improvement, promotion and facilitation of public access to the heritage and heritage assets comprised in the Signet Library and its heritable and moveable contents, including without limitation interior structures and bookcases, books, maps, historic records, manuscripts, muniments and papers, paintings, prints and pictures, sculptures, silverware, objets d’art, furniture and furnishings. Civic engagement 8.4 To promote equality and diversity in society, and to advance citizenship and community development, including promotion of civic responsibility, volunteering, the voluntary sector and the efficiency or effectiveness of charities.
When was The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet founded?
The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet was founded in 2021.
Where is The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet located?
Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.
What is The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £1M-£10M. 51% of expenses go to program services.
Is The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet trustworthy?
The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet's registration number?
Registration: SC050987 (United Kingdom).
What is The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet's website?
https://www.wssociety.co.uk
Are donations to The Society of Writers to His Majesty's Signet tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.