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Launch of the Public Sector Fraud Authority (PSFA)

05 September 2022

Proposing MP
Jacob Rees-Mogg Con
North East Somerset
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The launch of the Public Sector Fraud Authority (PSFA) to combat public sector fraud.

Action Requested

The PSFA, launched on August 3, 2022, aims to detect and prevent £180 million in fraud within its first year. It will work with government departments to establish longer-term targets by December and enhance counter-fraud measures over the next two years.

Key Facts

  • The PSFA was launched on 3 August 2022.
  • The Chancellor’s Spring Statement provided £25 million in funding for the PSFA.
  • The PSFA aims to detect and prevent £180 million of fraud in its first year.
  • The functions and services will be built over two years.
  • Mark Cheeseman OBE is the Interim Chief Executive Officer.
  • A cross-sector Advisory Panel will support the PSFA.
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