The Failure to Prevent Fraud Offence

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About Course

Since 1 September 2025, large organisations can be criminally liable if an employee, agent or other associated person commits fraud intended to benefit them. This course explains the offence under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, who it applies to, and the “reasonable procedures” defence.

This course gives general information about UK law and official guidance as at October 2026. It is not legal advice. Laws and guidance change, so check the official sources listed, follow your organisation’s own policies, or take professional advice before acting in a specific case.

What Will You Learn?

  • Know which organisations are in scope Understand the base fraud offences and the "intended benefit" test Recognise who counts as an associated person Apply the six principles of reasonable fraud prevention procedures

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What the offence is
  • Base offences, associated persons and benefit
  • Reasonable procedures and what staff should do

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

Final Assessment

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