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was registered in 2013 and has aims to alleviate poverty in Yemen.

In 2023, the regulator opened a compliance case into Saba Relief & Development Foundation Limited after receiving complaints regarding the end use of charitable funds sent to Yemen.

Charitable funds were sent to Yemen and the Charity Commission is concerned that the trustees have not adequately accounted for these funds.

There are also concerns around the charity鈥檚 due diligence processes regarding its work with partner organisations in Yemen.

The inquiry opened on 19 July 2024 and will examine:

1. The trustees鈥� compliance with their legal duties, particularly in relation to compliance with the charity鈥檚 governing document.
2. Concerns over the end use of charitable funds, and the charity鈥檚 ability to evidence charitable expenditure in accordance with the trustees鈥� legal duties.
3. The suitability of the charity鈥檚 partnerships, including the effectiveness of due diligence checks.

The Commission may extend the scope of the inquiry if additional regulatory issues emerge.

It is the Commission鈥檚 policy, after it has concluded an inquiry, to publish a report detailing the issues examined, any action taken, and the inquiry鈥檚 outcomes.

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Notes to editors

1. The Charity Commission is the independent, non-ministerial government department that registers and regulates charities in England and Wales. Its ambition is to be an expert regulator that is fair, balanced, and independent so that charity can thrive. This ambition will help to create and sustain an environment where charities further build public trust and ultimately fulfil their essential role in enhancing lives and strengthening society.