Policy paper

Framework agreement between DHSC and NHS Counter Fraud Authority: 2026 to 2029

Describes the working relationship between the Department of Health and Social Care and the NHS Counter Fraud Authority.

• From: Department of Health and Social Care
• Published: 11 February 2026

Applies to England

Documents

Framework agreement between DHSC and NHS Counter Fraud Authority 2026 to 2029

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Annex A: wider guidance

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Annex B: communications

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Annex C: relationships with other bodies

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Annex D: delegation letter

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Details

The purpose of this framework is to define the critical elements of the relationship between the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA). The framework is focused on:

• how DHSC and NHSCFA will work in partnership to serve patients, the public and the taxpayer
• how both NHSCFA and DHSC discharge their accountability

This framework document has been agreed between DHSC and the NHSCFA in accordance with HM Treasury’s Managing public money handbook (as updated from time to time) and the arm’s length body sponsorship code of good practice and has been approved by HM Treasury.

Published 11 February 2026