The family of Captain Tom Moore has been under scrutiny after a report revealed that they had personally profited more than £1m from a charity established in his name. The Charity Commission found instances of misconduct and mismanagement by Hannah Ingram-Moore and her husband Colin, who are now disqualified from serving as charity trustees.
The report highlighted that the couple had failed to donate proceeds from Captain Tom’s autobiography to the charity, despite implying that they would. Additionally, Ms. Ingram-Moore had set expectations for a £150,000 salary as CEO, which was described as inappropriate by the commission. The family also used the charity’s name for personal gain, such as building a spa in their home’s garden.
Further investigation revealed that the family did not donate any money from a publishing deal worth £1.5m, which was meant to benefit the charity. The Ingram-Moores were also found to have blurred the lines between private and charitable interests, leading to significant personal benefits. The commission issued bans on both individuals from holding senior roles in charities for several years.
Despite these findings, the family released a statement claiming they were treated unfairly and unjustly by the report. They emphasized that there was no misappropriation of funds from the charity’s bank account and accused the watchdog of having a predetermined agenda.
The legacy of Captain Tom Moore, who raised millions for the NHS during the pandemic, has been overshadowed by the controversy surrounding his family’s involvement in the charity. The public has been left questioning the integrity of those in positions of power within charitable organizations, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in such institutions.
