Child labour from age six among findings as Gloriavale Trust loses charity status

The Gloriavale Trust in New Zealand has officially lost its charitable status following an investigation by regulators that uncovered serious wrongdoing, including child labour starting from the age of six. The deregistration is set to last for three years.

According to the findings, the trust's operations involved gross negligence and mismanagement. These regulatory decisions mark a significant legal and administrative blow to the controversial religious community, which has faced mounting scrutiny over its internal practices and treatment of members.