Common use of REPORTING SUSPICIONS Clause in Contracts

REPORTING SUSPICIONS. 9.1 A list of the different types of offences that can occur can be found at Appendix IV of the Partnership Agreement. 9.2 Allegations of fraud, embezzlement, bribery, corruption or systematic theft may come from a number of sources and may be received anonymously. The subject of the allegation may be in respect of any person or corporate body, including: employees; primary care contractors; suppliers; and patients 9.3 Where the subject of the suspected fraud, embezzlement, bribery, corruption, or systematic theft is not an NHS colleague, then the suspicions should be reported in writing to the Head of Department. It is important to capture all information that is readily available regarding the suspect(s) for reporting to the FLO. The Head of Department and the FLO will then discuss and agree whether a report to CFS and/or Police Scotland is appropriate.