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Public Advisory: Jayne’s Baby Bank

Summary: Materials reviewed (screenshots, emails, posts, signage, and forms) indicate a sustained pattern of misleading representation about charitable status, partnerships, qualifications, and fundraising activity by an operation using names including “Jayne’s Baby Bank,” “Jayne’s Mother & Baby Bank and Foodbank Fundraising Shop,” and variants.

Key Concerns

• Charity claims vs reality: Public-facing posts, shop signage and profiles use the words “charity”, “charity shop”, “registered”, and regulator logos. Official responses shown in the evidence state the organisation is not registered with the Charity Commission or the Fundraising Regulator.
• Misuse of official branding: GOV.UK, Fundraising Regulator and other government-style logos are displayed in ways that imply endorsement or approval.
• Unverified partnerships and authority: Posts claim links with local councils, police, and social services, including authority to make referrals and support in court. Council correspondence in the materials states no endorsement and no permission to refer on its behalf.
• Questionable fundraising conduct: Shops and car-boot style stalls are promoted as “fundraising” while selling donated goods. Some posts advertise “free” items subject to a “minimum donation”, which is not free in practice.
• Conflicting statements about status: Messaging alternates between “we own charity shops”, “awaiting registration”, “registered”, and use of a proposed CIC name, creating public confusion about the legal position.
• Unsubstantiated qualifications: Claims of nursing degrees, biochemistry diplomas, PhD study, safeguarding expertise, and senior corporate roles are made publicly. No verifiable evidence is provided in the materials to substantiate these credentials.
• Handling of donations and data: The operation solicits money, goods and personal information without any published accounts, independent oversight, or clear privacy documentation shown in the evidence.

Why This Matters

• Members of the public may donate money or goods believing they are supporting a registered charity or regulated fundraiser.
• Vulnerable people may rely on stated partnerships or safeguarding claims that are not in place.
• Lack of transparency and oversight increases the risk of misuse of funds, goods, and personal data.

Practical Guidance for the Public

• Verify status: Check the Charity Commission register and the Fundraising Regulator’s list before donating.
• Ask for basics: Legal entity name, registration number, governing documents, and how funds are accounted for.
• Report concerns: Share clear evidence (screenshots, receipts, dates) with your local Trading Standards and relevant regulators.
• Use established channels: For safeguarding, welfare, or crime reporting, contact official council services or the police directly.

Note: This summary reflects concerns arising from the supplied materials and public posts. It is provided to help donors and service-users make informed decisions and to encourage verification before giving money, goods, or personal information.