Charity Fraud Awareness Week

This week marks #CharityFraudAwarenessWeek and we want to encourage charities to be more fraud-aware. With a total annual income of over £70 billion, the UK charity sector is vulnerable to fraud and financial crime. Therefore, it is essential that the right counter-fraud measures are put in place. Here are some actions your charity can take –

  • Create a culture of ethical behavior throughout the charity
  • Develop an anti-fraud policy
  • Regularly asses the risk that your charity may be vulnerable to
  • Implement robust financial controls
  • Ensure there are strong recruitment procedures
  • Encourage awareness throughout the charity
  • Keep records of suspected and confirmed fraud

For more information, visit www.fraudadvisorypanel.org/charity-fraud/charity-fraud-awareness-week

If you want more advice on financial precautions, please contact our Head of Charities Fiona Haro on 01383 628800.

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