568 - Counter Fraud & Corruption Policy

Question 1

The policy will have due regard to the implementation of the recommendations made by who..?

The Nolan committee - the principles of life, how many are there and what are they…?

Answer 1

The Nolan committee and the chartered institute of public finance and accountancy (CIPFA)

7 
Selflessness
Integrity
Objectivity 
Accountability 
Openness
Honesty 
Leadership

Question 2

The code of practice consists of five principles, name them

Answer 2

Acknowledge the responsibility of the governing body for countering fraud and corruption
ID the fraud and corruption risks
Develop and appropriate counter fraud and corruption strategy
Provide resources to implement the strategy
Take action in response to fraud and corruption

Question 3

What three ways can fraud be committed and where is this outlined?

Answer 3

1. Fraud by dishonest false representation
2. Fraud by dishonestly failing to disclose information
3. Fraud by dishonestly abusing a position of trust

The fraud act 2006

Question 4

What else falls under fraud..?

What is corruption according to this policy?

Answer 4

Theft, forgery, concealment and conspiracy

It’s defined as ‘the offering, promising, giving, requesting, receiving or agreeing to accept an inducement or reward (a bribe) p

Question 5

Four key offences under the bribery act 2010

Answer 5

Bribery of another person
Accepting a bribe
Bribing a foreign official
Failing to prevent bribery

Question 6

To ensure that adequate procedures are in place what six principles should be adhered to?

Answer 6

Proportionate procedures 
Top level commitment 
Risk assessment 
Due diligence 
Communications
Monitoring and review

Question 7

According to the act does the LFB fall into the ‘commercial organisation’ category?

Answer 7

Yes

Question 8

What are the brigades aims and objectives surrounding fraud?

Answer 8

1. Risk assess new and existing fraud threats
2. Create a strong counter fraud and counter corruption culture within the authority
3. Maintain effective systems and procedures for the prevention and detection of fraudulent and corrupt activity
4. Establish an effective response to suspected cases of fraud and corruption, to ensure all suspicions are properly and thoroughly investigated
5. Take appropriate and strong action to deal with proven fraudsters
6. Vigorously pursue all forms of redress to recover financial losses

Question 9

Who is responsible for fraud risk management in each service area?

Who has overall responsibility for the maintenance and operation of the overarching anti fraud and corruption policy?

Answer 9

All managers

The director of finance and contractual services (in liaison with others)

Question 10

What could you do if you suspect fraud?

What other act could protect employees who raise concerns surrounding fraud?

Answer 10

Advise line manager - or you can contact the internal audit team, authority discipline team or report through the whistle blowing arrangements

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