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Parents of William Blake House resident express pride after speaking up over care concerns
Overview
Parents of a resident at William Blake House have spoken about the importance of speaking up after a campaign helped secure their son's care following a financial inquiry into the residential facility. The Charity Commission launched an investigation into financial mismanagement at the Northamptonshire care home, which owed over £1.5m to HM Revenue and Customs and subsequently went into administration before Camphill Milton Keynes Communities agreed to take over the services in May.
Key points
- Parents fought for the continuation of services at William Blake House after a financial inquiry created uncertainty for residents.
- The Charity Commission launched a statutory inquiry in February following concerns over possible financial mismanagement and more than £1.5m owed to HM Revenue and Customs.
- Camphill Milton Keynes Communities agreed to take over the care services in May to provide consistency for residents.
- Politicians including local MP Sarah Bool and Sir Ed Davey supported the parents' campaign.