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This approach is rooted in a simple principle: the best fraud control is prevention, and prevention starts with visibility. If we do not know where the risks lie or how large the problem is, we cannot direct resources, prioritise action or credibly say that we are managing public money well. By seeking to introduce structured assessments, valid measurement plans and independent verification, this amendment would lay the foundation for a more intelligent, transparent and effective anti-fraud regime across government. The red/amber/green ratings would bring accountability into the public domain, the external audit provision would further ensure the rigour of the system and the duty to register and report would bring much-needed consistency across departments.