On 1st September 2025, the Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) introduced a new corporate offence: Failure to Prevent Fraud.
This landmark change places direct accountability on organisations to prevent fraud committed by employees, contractors, or associates that benefits the organisation.
For NHS bodies, this means:
- Strengthening legal compliance
- Building operational resilience
- Protecting public funds
- Embedding robust governance and culture
What You’ll Learn
- What the new offence is – and why it matters
- How the offence shifts organisational accountability
- The central role of Audit Committees and Boards and Senior Management (not just your Anti-Fraud Specialist)
- ‘Things to consider when implementing ‘reasonable procedures’ which may assist and limit criminal liability’
- Steps you can take now to prepare and protect your organisation
Who’s Leading the Session?
Expert facilitators from MIAA alongside legal specialists from Hill Dickinson (available to respond to legislative queries), offering clear, practical guidance and an opportunity to ask your questions.
