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Serious Fraud Office (Contingencies Fund Advance)

04 February 2025

Proposing MP
Lucy Rigby Lab
Northampton North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Attorney General
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

A cash advance is sought for the Serious Fraud Office to cover costs related to complex cases pending Parliamentary approval.

Action Requested

The MP requests Parliamentary approval for an additional £15,000,000 funding for the SFO's Supplementary Estimate and a temporary repayable cash advance of £15,000,000 from the Contingencies Fund until Royal Assent is given.

Key Facts

  • A cash advance of £15,000,000 has been sought from the Contingencies Fund.
  • The additional funding will cover costs for high-cost casework and office improvement works.
  • Parliamentary approval is pending for a Supplementary Estimate with an increase in Resource DEL and net cash requirement.
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