Member

1: Before Clause 1, insert the following new Clause— “PurposeThe purpose of this Act is to enable public authorities to identify and prevent fraud and error and recover monies lost through fraud or error, and to strengthen mechanisms for reducing fraudulent activity across public services.” Member’s explanatory statement This amendment sets out the purpose of the Bill—to identify, prevent and recover public funds lost through fraud and error, and to strengthen mechanisms used to reduce fraud across public services.