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Counter Fraud & Investigation Team Annual Report 2020/21

Report of Deputy Chief Executive and Executive Director (Finance and Resources) attached

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The Committee received a report of the Executive Director (Finance and Resources) that detailed the progress made by the Counter Fraud and Investigation Team in the delivery of the Council’s Counter Fraud Strategy and work programmes for 2020/21 and to date during 2021/22.

The Counter Fraud and Investigations Manager outlined the progress made in the establishment and delivery of the counter fraud service for the Council and South Essex Homes, which had so far achieved significant improvements and outcomes and provided value for money for the resource committed by the Council. The Counter Fraud and Investigations Manager responded to a number of questions raised by members of the Committee.

Resolved:

(1) That the performance of the Counter Fraud and Investigation Team for the 2020/21 financial year and since 1 April 2021, be noted.

(2) That, if required to ensure the continued efficient and effective delivery of the Counter Fraud Strategy, the allocation of additional resources to support the work of the Counter Fraud and Investigation Team as part of the Council’s budget for 2022/23 and future years, be supported.

Meeting: 20/10/2021 - Audit Committee (Item 6.)

Webcast for 20/10/2021 - Audit Committee

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Report of the Executive Director (Finance and Resources) attached

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Meeting: 13/12/2021 - Audit Committee (Item 365)

Meeting: 20/10/2021 - Audit Committee (Item 6.)

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