In a statement, Oxfam confirmed the review was commissioned by its board of trustees to examine "concerns raised about the leadership, conduct and approach" of Dr Begum. The investigation drew on testimony from 32 current and former Oxfam colleagues, as well as documentary evidence, the charity said. The decision to discharge Dr Begum from her role was passed last week and she has already left the organisation, Oxfam said. The boss of Liberty, Akiko Hart, wrote a post on LinkedIn in defence of Dr Begum, who she called a "mentor and friend". Earlier this month, financial figures released by the charity showed profits from its shops had dropped by two thirds over the past three years.

Source: The Times December 15, 2025 02:53 UTC