What should you do if you suspect fraud against the Council?

As International Fraud Awareness Week 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to focus on the crucial step of reporting all cases of suspected fraud.

International Fraud Awareness Week is all about raising awareness of important fraud issues.

From the newest recruits to the Chief Executive, each of us has a crucial role to play in safeguarding the Council from fraud and corruption.

It is crucial that all staff know what to do if they suspect fraud against the Council.

If you suspect fraud, bribery or corruption against the Council:

• As soon as you have a reasonable suspicion that something may be wrong, you should refer to the Council’s Anti-Fraud, Bribery, & Corruption Policy.  This sets out the procedures to be followed by staff where instances of fraud, bribery, and corruption are suspected or detected. 
  
  
• Retain all original copies of paperwork or emails relating to the suspect case.
  
  
• Staff can also refer to the Councils Whistleblowing Policy for making protected disclosures.

Please report your concerns to Internal Audit:

• Nic Galvin – Corporate Fraud Officer:
  ngalvin@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
  
• Joan Davies – Deputy Head of Regional Internal Audit Service: JDavies@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
• Andrew Wathan – Head of Regional Internal Audit Service: awathan@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

Or use the Council’s confidential ‘Speak Out’ online option.

Please refer to the Councils Whistleblowing Policy for making protected disclosure.