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The Public Sector Fraud Authority’s Civil Penalty Code of Practice

25 June 2026

Proposing MP
Satvir Kaur Lab
Southampton Test
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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TAGS
Standards & Ethics

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses the publication of the Public Sector Fraud Authority's Civil Penalties Code of Practice in accordance with the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act 2025.

Action Requested

The Government has published the PSFA’s Civil Penalties Code of Practice to provide guidance on how civil penalty powers will be used under the PAFER Act. The code includes information on safeguards and rights for individuals affected by penalties, and it reflects feedback from a consultation period.

Key Facts

  • The Public Sector Fraud Authority's Civil Penalties Code of Practice has been published.
  • It is associated with the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act 2025.
  • A consultation was held between 8 December 2025 and 27 February 2026 to gather feedback on the code.
  • The Code includes statutory safeguards such as rights to formal representations and internal review.
  • An Independent Reviewer will be appointed to conduct reviews of PSFA's powers.
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