Fraud, Corruption and Dishonesty Control Policy

The purpose of this policy is to protect the Northland Regional Council, its operations, its assets and all stakeholders from the consequences of fraudulent, corrupt or dishonest activity. It also provides high level guidance for the prevention, detection and response to these activities within, or involving, the council.

This policy makes reference to fraudulent, corrupt or dishonest activity, however, it covers all deliberate or deceptive acts or omissions that may result in a direct or indirect benefit to an individual or organisation and/or cause loss or disadvantage to the council.