Counter Fraud
Counter Fraud Data (1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026)
In line with the Local Government Transparency Code 2015, we are required to publish data relating to fraud annually.
| Measurement | Data | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Number of occasions the council has used powers under the Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act, or similar powers | 5 occasions | 5: Council Tax Reduction Scheme Regulations 2013 |
| Total number of employees undertaking investigations and prosecutions of fraud for Cherwell District Council | 1.75 | Access to 27 investigation staff employed by Veritau Public Sector Limited – a shared services company wholly owned by its member councils, including Cherwell District Council. |
| FTE number of employees undertaking investigations and prosecutions of fraud for Cherwell District Council | 1.75 | 1.75 FTE provided by the Veritau Counter Fraud Team, from an available 26.2 FTE officers within the team. |
| Total number of professionally accredited counter fraud specialists | 1.75 | Access to 27 investigation staff employed by Veritau Public Sector Limited, of whom 24 investigators hold accredited counter fraud specialist qualification or equivalent. |
| FTE number of professionally accredited counter fraud specialists | 1.75 | Access to 27 investigation staff employed by Veritau Public Sector Limited, of whom 22.4 FTE investigators hold accredited counter fraud specialist qualification or equivalent. |
| Total amount spent by the council on the investigation and prosecution of fraud | £72,160 | £72,160 – fraud investigation |
| Total number of fraud cases investigated | 37 cases | Figures based on completed cases only |