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
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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