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Britain is a “haven” for fraudsters as less than 1% of reported cases result in charges, a damning report into the Government’s handling of the growing problem has said.
UK employers will be increasingly required to have in place appropriate channels for whistleblower reporting which are properly resourced, accountable and protect confidentiality, as the government is considering ways to improve the whistleblowing laws applicable in England, Wales and Scotland.
https://www.pinsentmasons.com/out-law/news/uk-whistleblowing-laws-compliance
The government has launched a review of the whistleblowing framework
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-reviews-whistleblowing-laws
When considering fraud from a business perspective, it is important to assess the breadth of use cases available to fraudsters. As businesses globally continue to move toward a digital-first approach, significant challenges accompany the opportunities on offer. According to the World Economic Forum, revenue estimates from illegal activity sit at between 2-5% of global GDP, at around $2 trillion USD.
https://www.smeweb.com/2023/03/14/top-tips-to-prevent-sme-fraud/
Legal experts are expecting the enactment of a series of new anti-fraud measures this year, particularly via the economic crime and corporate transparency bill. What effect will this have on British businesses?
https://www.raconteur.net/risk-regulation/what-does-new-anti-fraud-regulation-mean-for-uk-plc/
Pension scams are on the rise. A survey by pension provider Scottish Widows found 18% of men had been targeted at least once by scammers, and 28% of savers are anxious about falling victim to fraud.
https://www.itv.com/thismorning/articles/alexis-conrans-top-tips-to-avoid-pension-scams
As a recession looms, fraud is widely expected to proliferate. A key challenge for businesses is to keep the criminals at bay without also repelling their customers
https://www.raconteur.net/risk-regulation/fraud-is-your-firm-ready-for-the-downturn-upsurge/
Even as biometric authentication becomes more commonplace as a secure option, it still faces the same security threats as other measures.
https://www.digit.fyi/25-of-uk-businesses-affected-by-biometric-fraud-in-2022/#.ZAG-SWltARo.twitter
UK Finance's Take Five to Stop Fraud campaign is aiming to raise awareness among the over-65s with a new 'scam bingo' game.
https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/41893/eyes-down--remember-to-take-five-uk-finance-launches-scam-bingo-game
Changes in people’s shopping habits caused by the the cost-of-living crisis could create opportunities for fraudsters, according to internet safety website Get Safe Online
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/fraud-warning-cost-living-crisis-000100756.html/
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