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## Information Into Financial Irregularities Referred To By Lancashire Constabulary

 Request In September 2013, Lancashire County Council referred to Lancashire Constabulary some allegations of financial irregularity. An investigation was launched and following a complex and lengthy enquiry a file of evidence was submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service for consideration. The people involved have been bailed numerous times. Under the Freedom of Information Act, I would like to find out the total amount spent by the Crown Prosecution Service on this case. Response The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) Specialist Fraud Division (SFD) Leeds, has confirmed that the total costs recorded in the matter referred to in your request thus far are £177,048.57. Information Management Unit 020 3357 0788 
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