A serious allegation of financial misconduct has emerged surrounding the Veterans Hub Weymouth, a community organisation dedicated to supporting ex-service personnel. Between 2020 and October 2022, the charity became the focus of concern after its Director was arrested on suspicion of fraud offences. Despite the arrest, no prosecution has followed — a result whistle-blowers say is due to an alleged lack of cooperation from the newly appointed leadership.
According to an internal source with direct knowledge of the organisation’s operations, funds were being handled in a highly irregular and potentially unlawful manner. The whistle-blower claims that during the period in question, large sums of money — including over £11,000 raised through JustGiving — were paid directly into a private bank account rather than the charity’s official bank account.
Single-Person Control Over Charity Finances
The internal source stated that throughout the period of alleged fraudulent activity, payments from the organisation’s bank account were authorised and processed by a single individual. This person reportedly claimed the transactions were for “emergency payments for veterans.” However, it has been alleged that some of these payments were in fact used to cover the rent of the then-Director, the same individual Was later arrested for suspected fraud.
Despite stepping down from the board following his arrest in late 2022, the Director was reportedly given a paid role within the organisation shortly thereafter and has continued to serve as a public face of the Veterans Hub. This development has raised alarm among some within the community and prompted calls for a formal investigation.
Lack of Cooperation with Police Investigation
Perhaps most troubling is the claim that after the Director’s resignation, the newly appointed Director refused to cooperate with Dorset Police, thereby preventing the progression of a potential prosecution. The decision not to assist law enforcement has left several key questions unanswered and stalled any meaningful accountability.
“This could have been an opportunity to clean house and restore public trust,” said the whistle-blower, who asked to remain anonymous for fear of reprisal. “Instead, there’s been a wall of silence. Meanwhile, veterans continue to be used as a shield while funds are unaccounted for.”
Unexplained Fund Transfers
The whistle-blower has shared documentation showing that JustGiving donation records totalled more than £11,000 raised during the period. This money, they allege, was never deposited into the Veterans Hub’s official accounts, and no explanation has been provided by current management.
Efforts to trace the funds or secure a transparent audit have reportedly been blocked internally. Public records and statements from JustGiving confirm the payout of the funds, but the destination — a private account, rather than the organisation’s — has drawn serious ethical and possibly legal scrutiny.
Call for Transparency and Action
With the former Director still involved in a public-facing role and no charges brought forward, concerns are mounting that a serious breach of public trust has occurred without consequence. As the Veterans Hub continues to solicit donations and promote its community efforts, some are questioning how donor funds are being managed behind the scenes.
“This organisation was meant to help veterans,” the whistle-blower added. “But the veterans deserve transparency — not silence, secrecy, and self-preservation.”
Neither the Veterans Hub nor its current leadership have responded to requests for comment.
If you have information related to this case or have concerns about the management of charitable funds, contact the Charity Commission or Dorset Police.
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