The Charities Regulator has appointed inspectors to investigate the affairs of Gasóga na hĒireann / Scouting Ireland CLG (RCN: 20004347) and a number of related charities and unincorporated organisations. The purpose of the investigation is to establish the facts relating to the control and ownership of charitable assets. It is important to note that the opening of this investigation is not in itself a finding of any wrongdoing.
The organisations are:
- Gasóga na hÉireann / Scouting Ireland Company Limited by Guarantee (Registered Charity Number: 20004347)
- The Scout Foundation Company Limited by Guarantee (Registered Charity Number: 20084202)
- The Scout Association of Ireland Trust Corporation Company Limited by Guarantee (Registered Charity Number: 20084073)
- Scouting Trust Property Company Limited by Guarantee (Registered Charity Number: 20065713)
- Scouting Ireland Unincorporated Association
- Scouting Ireland SAI
- Scouting Ireland CSI
The Charities Regulator has been engaging with the Gasóga na hĒireann / Scouting Ireland CLG since 2023 arising from concerns that were raised with the regulator regarding governance matters. It has sought to clarify the relationship between the various organisations listed and confirm the control and ownership of charitable assets. Following engagement with the charity and the related organisations, the Charities Regulator has decided to use its powers to undertake a statutory investigation to clarify matters.
The inspectors will prepare a report on their findings.
The Charities Regulator does not comment routinely on ongoing statutory investigations.