Fraud Strategy
Source: data.gov.uk (2024-10-29)

Fraud Data. This information relates to counter fraud work undertaken by the Council.  The data relates mainly to the number of staff employed, number of investigations undertaken and the occasions when statutory powers were used.

The Transparency Code 2014 refers to the Audit Commission definition of fraud as an intentional false representation, including failure to declare information or abuse of position that is carried out to make gain, cause loss or expose another to the risk of loss.

The ‘powers’ referred to are those in place allowing the Council to compel certain prescribed bodies to supply it with information.

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Anti-Fraud and Corruption Policy

Name Anti-Fraud and Corruption Policy

The Anti-Fraud and Corruption Policy recognises that we, as a large organisation, is at risk of loss due to fraud and corruption from within the council and outside it. In meeting our responsibilities relating to fraud and corruption, whether attempted internally or externally, we're committed to an effective anti-fraud and corruption policy designed to:
- Encourage prevention.
- Promote detection.
- Ensure effective investigation where suspected fraud or corruption has occurred.
- Prosecute offenders where appropriate.
There's an expectation and requirement that all members, employees, consultants, contractors, and service users be fair and honest, and if able to do so, provide help, information and support to assist the investigation of fraud and corruption.

How members of the public may raise suspicions about fraud and corruption is contained in Appendix 1 of the strategy.
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