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Counter Fraud and Enforcement Unit Annual Update (RIPA/IPA)

To provide the Committee with assurance over the counter fraud activities of the Council. Direct updates will continue to be provided biannually.
Work streams are presented to the Committee detailing progress and results for consideration and comment as the body charged with governance in this area.
The report also provides the annual update in relation to the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA), the Investigatory Powers Act 2016 (IPA) and the Council’s existing authorisation arrangements.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 27/03/2026

Explanation of anticipated restriction:
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Decision due: 15 Apr 2027 by Audit & Governance Committee

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Finance - Councillor Patrick Coleman

Lead director: Deputy Chief Executive (Section 151 Officer) - David Stanley

Department: Counter Fraud and Enforcement Unit

Contact: Emma Cathcart, Head of Service, Counter Fraud and Enforcement Unit Email: [email protected].