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Timesheet fraud in the NHS: how big a problem is it?
Nurses, including some in senior roles, have made headlines recently after stealing from their employers by making false claims on timesheets or through payroll, with some losing not just their jobs but their NMC registration, or even being jailed. This article explores the scale of the problem in England’s NHS, the work of the NHS Counter Fraud Authority and attempts to identify the circumstances that might be associated with staff fraud. There is advice for nurses on what to do in the event of making a genuine mistake on a timesheet, and tips on what to do if you suspect a colleague may be committing fraud in your NHS workplace.
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