William Blake House

William Blake House is a charity that provides residential care for individuals with learning disabilities. It is currently facing a potential winding-up order due to significant financial difficulties, including approximately £1.6 million in unpaid taxes to HMRC. The charity is also under investigation by regulators, including the Charity Commission, due to serious concerns about financial governance. These concerns include allegations of embezzlement by a trustee and the payment of £1 million in fees to one of its trustees. Families of residents are attempting to take over the care home to prevent its closure and ensure the continued care of their children. The situation has drawn the attention of political figures, with Ed Davey calling for watchdogs to take over the charity. The charity has been given a limited time to address its debts or face closure.