Audit & Anti-Fraud Progress Report
Hackney Council's latest audit report highlights significant tenancy fraud property recoveries.
In October 2026, Hackney Council's Audit Committee discussed the Audit & Anti-Fraud Progress Report. Michael Sheffield, Corporate Head of Audit, Anti-Fraud & Risk Management, presented the report, which details the progress and achievements of audit and anti-fraud activities within the council.
A key achievement highlighted in the report was the recovery of over 1,100 properties since 2011 by Hackney Council's Audit and Anti-Fraud Service. These properties were reclaimed following investigations into tenancy fraud, aiming to ensure fair housing allocation.
Key facts
- The Audit & Anti-Fraud Progress Report was presented at a Hackney Council Audit Committee meeting on 29 October 2026. Source
- Michael Sheffield, Corporate Head of Audit, Anti-Fraud & Risk Management, presented the report to the committee. Source
- Hackney Council's Audit and Anti-Fraud Service has recovered more than 1,100 properties since 2011 due to tenancy fraud. Source
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