Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

Popular Topics
Explore By Region
UK fraud and errors cost £10.9B in pandemic funds, mainly from furlough and grants.
A UK report reveals that fraud and administrative errors during the Covid-19 pandemic cost taxpayers £10.9 billion, primarily through mismanaged furlough schemes and business grants.
The findings highlight systemic flaws in emergency financial responses, prompting calls for better oversight and accountability.
While no individuals or departments are named, the government is reviewing measures to prevent future losses.
HM Treasury has recovered £10.9 billion, and a separate investigation into PPE procurement continues.
The findings emerge amid ongoing scrutiny of pandemic-era spending and its long-term fiscal impact.
El fraude y los errores del Reino Unido costaron £ 10.9B en fondos de pandemia, principalmente de permisos y subvenciones.