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Time to Talk - Fraud Risk Assessments in the ECCTA Era
26th February 2026
Online via MS Teams - 12:00 - 13:00
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) represents one of the most significant shifts in the UK’s corporate fraud landscape in over a decade, introducing the new Failure to Prevent Fraud offence. For universities and higher education institutions, this new regime demands a more structured, evidence based approach to fraud risk management. In this session, Hinesh Shah, Partner (Forensic Accountant) at Pinsent Masons, will guide BUFDG and AULP members through what “good” looks like when conducting fraud risk assessments under ECCTA. Drawing on his extensive experience leading complex investigations and advising large institution on their fraud and financial crime frameworks, Hinesh will unpack how the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence has changed the fraud landscape and what practical steps those charged with governance at higher education organisations should be taking forward. This webinar will cover: • How ECCTA shifts fraud accountability and what this means for HE finance teams • The essential components of a defensible fraud risk assessment • How to create a clear audit trail that stands up to regulator or law enforcement scrutiny • Areas of heightened risk for HE institutions • Turning assessments into action: using findings to strengthen controls, governance, and culture Participants will leave with a practical roadmap for strengthening their fraud risk assessment processes, ensuring their institutions are well prepared for the regulatory and enforcement landscape ahead.
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