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Charity Commission Launches Inquiry into Care Home Finances

2/25/2026

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The Charity Commission has opened an inquiry into William Blake House, a care home for adults with learning disabilities.
The inquiry follows concerns over a £1.6m unpaid tax bill and a £1m payment to Bushra Hamid, chair of William Blake House.
Families welcomed the inquiry but fear eviction of their loved ones.
The charity relies on over £3m in annual funding and plans to sell land to address tax debts.

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Story summary

The Charity Commission has opened an inquiry into William Blake House, a care home for adults with learning disabilities.
The inquiry follows concerns over a £1.6m unpaid tax bill and a £1m payment to Bushra Hamid, chair of William Blake House.
Families welcomed the inquiry but fear eviction of their loved ones.
The charity relies on over £3m in annual funding and plans to sell land to address tax debts.