Chabad UK
Key figures included Edward Cohen, administrator and central to the fraud, convicted on multiple charges.[1] His son David Cohen faced related accusations.[2] Disqualified trustees remain unnamed in public reports but were involved in mismanagement.[3]
Skepticism on distinction from official Chabad
Sources consistently assert Chabad UK's independence from Chabad Lubavitch UK (charity 227638), emphasizing no connection to the global movement.[3][4] However, skepticism arises from the name "Chabad," evoking the Lubavitch brand, and operations in Stamford Hill, a Chabad stronghold.[5] The similarity caused "concern, confusion and reputational damage," as Chabad Lubavitch UK publicly stated.[6] Anti-Zionist lenses question if such distinctions mask deeper ties within Orthodox networks, potentially shielding broader affiliations.
Current status
The charity dissolved post-inquiry in 2020, but the company (06058021) remains active as of 2026, per Companies House.[7] No recent filings indicate operations, raising concerns about dormant entities evading scrutiny.
See also
Chabad-Lubavitch controversies in London Money laundering
External links
Charity watchdog reveals inquiry into eight groups after fraudster was jailed at Jewish News Charity Inquiry: Chabad UK and seven other charities at GOV.UK “Unscrupulous pattern of dishonesty” at 8 charities at GOV.UK
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