The Charity Commission and Charity Sector Counter Fraud Group have launched a new website to help charities prevent fraud. The website is designed to be an initial point of reference for trustees, staff and volunteers. It includes guidance, top tips, case studies and directs people to other organisations.

Top tips to reduce your charity’s vulnerability to fraud include:

1. Develop a strong counter fraud culture where staff are encouraged to play their part in the fight against fraud
2. Have in place and robustly apply internal financial controls
3. Encourage staff to voice concerns
4. Have a fraud response plan so that everyone knows what to do and when – stay calm but act quickly when incidents do occur
5. Ensure you report incidents to Action Fraud and to the Commission, via the dedicated reporting facility.