The Clean Food Growing Company –New Capital Link- Blatant Fraud?

In September 2023, New Capital Link who we have reported on here and here, introduced one of our former clients to The Clean Food Growing Company Ltd (TCFGC). This was as part of a Loan Note investment opportunity. The company was presented as a promising venture, with claims of an experienced leadership team and backing from well-known figures. However, a closer examination of its directors, connections, and promotional tactics raises serious concerns about financial misrepresentation and potential fraud.

At the centre of these concerns is Abbey King Khawaja, who took on the role of Director and shareholder of TCFGC in April 2023. Just one month after his involvement in Fraser v Khawaja, a high-profile court case that exposed apparent fraudulent activity. Instead of highlighting his leadership role, promotional materials for TCFGC focused on Duncan Bannatyne, falsely portraying him as the company’s Non-Executive Director to attract investors.

Abbey King Khawaja – A History of Fraud?

Abbey King Khawaja is no stranger to legal controversy. In Fraser v Khawaja, the court found that he had drafted a fraudulent will in an attempt to deceive beneficiaries. This led the judge to refer the matter to the police. Despite this, within weeks of the judgment, he assumed directorial control over TCFGC. A move that should have immediately raised red flags for any legitimate investment introducers.

Adding to these concerns, a bankruptcy petition was filed against Abbey just one month after a client purchased Loan Notes in The Clean Food Growing Company Ltd. By summer 2024, he was officially declared bankrupt, making him ineligible to serve as a company director without  court permission. This not only places the stability of TCFGC in jeopardy, but also raises serious legal concerns about who is actually controlling the company and its finances.

New Capital Link’s Questionable Due Diligence

New Capital Link (NCL), which introduced our former client to TCFGC, should have conducted even basic due diligence before promoting this investment opportunity. Abbey’s involvement in a fraud case and subsequent bankruptcy would have been easily discoverable with a simple background check.

Instead, NCL focused its marketing efforts on selling shares in The Clean Food Growing Company Ltd through misleading promotional tactics. James Harper, an NCL representative, who we believe is James Baird, a convicted financial fraudster as per our report here, sent emails advertising TCFGC as a high-growth opportunity. Rather than mentioning Abbey King Khawaja, likely to avoid scrutiny, these emails highlighted Duncan Bannatyne as the company’s Non-Executive Director. A claim that turned out to be completely false.

The Duncan Bannatyne Misinformation

Duncan Bannatyne has since publicly refuted any involvement with The Clean Food Growing Company Ltd. He states that he was never a Non-Executive Director and had no knowledge of the company. This false endorsement was seemingly designed to lure investors by associating the company with a reputable businessman.

Given the timing and misrepresentation of Bannatyne’ s role, this raises questions about who within TCFGC authorised these claims. Plus, whether NCL was aware of the deception but promoted the investment regardless.

Westbrooke Associates – A Shadowy Connection?

Unlike most investment opportunities, which are broadly marketed, The Clean Food Growing Company Ltd was introduced to investors with minimal promotion. So far, we have identified only two companies actively offering this product: New Capital Link (NCL) and Westbrooke Associates Limited.

Westbrooke Associates is registered in Gibraltar, a jurisdiction known for corporate secrecy. Notably, there is no publicly available information on its personnel, and its listed phone number is currently inactive. This lack of transparency raises significant concerns about whether Westbrooke Associates is acting as a front for another entity. Potentially even NCL itself.

If NCL and Westbrooke Associates share personnel, investors should question whether their funds are being directed into a genuine investment. Or a controlled scheme designed to benefit insiders.

Final Analysis 

The multiple layers of deception surrounding TCFGC—from its directorial leadership to misleading endorsements and potential shell company involvement—make it clear that this investment carries significant risks.

If you have invested in The Clean Food Growing Company Ltd or were introduced to this investment through New Capital Link, Westbrooke Associates, or any other entity, we encourage you to come forward.

What You Can Do

• If you are an investor or shareholder in The Clean Food Growing Company Ltd , we urge you to share your experience and any concerns you have about its financial dealings.
• If you received misleading promotional material (such as the false Duncan Bannatyne endorsement), let us know.
• If you suspect fraudulent activity, report it to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Serious Fraud Office (SFO).
• Before making any further investments, conduct thorough independent due diligence and seek professional financial advice.
• Consult Insolvency & Law for an in-depth risk assessment to protect your financial interests.

 For further assistance, contact us at [email protected].

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Final Thoughts

At Insolvency & Law, we believe in exposing the hidden risks behind financial misconduct. Investors are often presented with misleading marketing and incomplete information, but we dig deeper—uncovering backgrounds, financial histories, and deceptive tactics to ensure that you make informed decisions.

If you need us to investigate individuals or companies before making a financial commitment, reach out today. Transparency and investor protection remain our priority.