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Charity Exonerated After Misinformation on Valentine's Cards

4/7/2026

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The Charity Commission cleared City of Sanctuary UK of wrongdoing after finding that allegations about Valentine’s Day cards were false.
The commission said the charity was a victim of misinformation that led to threats against staff.
The commission confirmed children created general welcome messages, not cards for individual migrants.
Tory MP Gavin Williamson lodged a complaint alleging inappropriate conduct.
City of Sanctuary thanked the commission for recognizing misinformation’s impact.

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The Charity Commission cleared City of Sanctuary UK of wrongdoing after finding that allegations about Valentine’s Day cards were false.
The commission said the charity was a victim of misinformation that led to threats against staff.
The commission confirmed children created general welcome messages, not cards for individual migrants.
Tory MP Gavin Williamson lodged a complaint alleging inappropriate conduct.
City of Sanctuary thanked the commission for recognizing misinformation’s impact.