OSCR SCIO Information Video

Posted on April 7, 2017

The Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) has produced an online 5 minute video about the Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO).

SCIOs are a legal form unique to Scottish charities. They are able to enter into contracts, employ staff, incur debts, own property, sue and be sued. This legal form also provides a high degree of protection against liability.

The video answers frequently asked questions on SCIOs, including:

what a SCIO is
what makes a SCIO different from other legal forms
the advantages of being a SCIO
what are a SCIO duties
whether or not becoming a SCIO is right for your organisation

For further information, please visit the OSCR website.

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