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Orthodox charity voucher scheme in administration - insolvency team 'sympathise' with those affected

In an update on the situation of the Society of Friends of the Torah, administrators say they are 'actively working to resolve the position'

January 17, 2020 15:27
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Insolvency experts handling the administration of a prominent Orthodox charity voucher scheme have released new information about its problems.

The Society of Friends of the Torah (Soft) had been “the subject of an ongoing investigation, following a voluntary disclosure made to HMRC and the Charity Commission”.

In a statement, RG Insolvency said they understood that “the confidential disclosures were made following professional advice from auditors, accounting advisers and solicitors”.

When the tax authorities suspended Gift Aid refunds on donations pending the outcome of investigations, Soft’s trustees took advice.

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