Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved by the Governance and Audit Committee.
summary: The effectiveness of the Council's counter-fraud arrangements and the review of the Sanctions Policy are at stake in the decision.
topline: The Governance and Audit Committee has decided to approve recommendations regarding the Council's counter-fraud arrangements and the review of the Sanctions Policy.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the performance of the Corporate Investigation Unit and potential changes to the Sanctions Policy.
affected_stakeholders: ["Governance and Audit Committee", "Corporate Investigation Unit", "Interim Strategic Director of Corporate Resources"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://bradford.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=7738
Decision Maker: Governance and Audit Committee
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: Resolved – That the Governance and Audit Committee: Noted the activity and performance of the Corporate Investigation Unit during the 2025/26 financial year, together with the assurance provided regarding the effectiveness of the Council’s counter-fraud arrangements. Requested that a further report be submitted to the Governance and Audit Committee within six months setting out the outcome of the review of the Sanctions Policy, where appropriate and subject to the review having been completed. To be actioned by: Interim Strategic Director of Corporate Resources (Report contact: Harry Singh – 07582 102740)
Date of Decision: July 23, 2026