Cyber threats are becoming a more prominent form of fraud in the NHS. Familiarise yourself with our guidance on payment diversion fraud to protect against cyber attacks:

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Verify medical exemption claims using our Help with Health Costs guide. Understand who qualifies for NHS exemptions and protect against fraudulent claims.

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What may seem like trivial data can be very valuable in the wrong hands. Keep data secure and in accordance with NHS data security and information governance policies.

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Mandate fraud is a significant risk in the NHS. Check who you are dealing with. Make sure staff (including temporary staff) are made aware of mandate fraud and how to prevent it

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Fraudsters may exploit busy seasonal hiring periods to bypass pre-employment checks. Maintain rigorous screening for all agency staff—even during peak demand.

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Stay vigilant when you procure goods and services and make payments. Check out our NHS guidance on invoice and mandate fraud:

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Passwords in the NHS must NEVER be shared!

If you think your password has been compromised change it immediately.

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Fraud can peak during Christmas and holiday seasons when fraudsters hope to slip past checks and authorisation controls. Ensure that team cover gaps do not create opportunities for fraud.

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Double check to ensure travel and expenses are in line with our NHS staff fraud guide:

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Falsifying NHS performance data isn't just wrong – it's fraud.

Whether it's manipulating A&E waiting times, emergency response data, or hygiene records, cooking the books puts patients at risk and undermines trust in our health service.

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Know the rules on gifts and hospitality in NHS procurement and commissioning. Protect yourself and the NHS from fraud.

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