Covid-19 Related Contracts Awarded by DHSC Potential Fraud Losses 2022-07-07
2022-07-07
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No prosecutions have occurred regarding frauds connected to covid-19 contracts awarded by the Department of Health and Social Care. The question arises from concerns over potential fraud levels and the government's response.
What recent discussions she has had with the Serious Fraud Office on the potential level of fraud losses arising from covid-19 related contracts awarded by the Department of Health and Social Care.
There have been no prosecutions by either the Serious Fraud Office or the Crown Prosecution Service of frauds connected to covid-19 contracts awarded by the Department of Health and Social Care. However, I can neither confirm nor deny whether the Serious Fraud Office is investigating any frauds relating to those contracts.
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The MP asked for details about discussions with the Serious Fraud Office but received a non-committal response that avoids confirming or denying investigations.
Neither Confirm Nor Deny
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The MP criticises a lack of transparency and trust due to secrecy surrounding VIP lane contracts. Conservative members have recently emphasised the importance of integrity and honesty.
The secrecy on VIP lane contracts is emblematic of the loss of trust and transparency in this Government. Over the last 48 hours, Conservative Members have repeatedly stated the importance of integrity and honesty. As Prime Minister, will the Attorney General finally lift the veil of secrecy, publish the full details of VIP lane contacts and refer the matter to a committee or authorities, as necessary?
A lot of covid-related litigation has gone through our courts, and there has been a lot of scrutiny of the Government's decision making and actions during the pandemic. I am pleased to say that the Government were successful in the majority of cases, with our decision making being upheld and found to be lawful.
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The MP asked for publication of details and referral to authorities but received a response about court scrutiny of decisions without addressing transparency or action regarding VIP lane contracts.
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