Fraud Strategy 2026 to 2029
Sets out how the government will combat fraud against individuals and businesses over the period 2026 to 2029.
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The Fraud Strategy is for individuals, businesses, industry partners, law enforcement, regulators and non-profit organisations. It is also relevant to anyone involved in preventing, detecting or responding to fraud across the UK and the general public who are interested in fraud prevention.
What the strategy is about
The strategy sets out the government’s new approach to tackling fraud. It explains how the UK will disrupt the methods used by criminals, strengthen protection for the public and businesses, and improve how victims are supported. It also outlines a major investment programme and the governance arrangements that will oversee delivery.
Three pillars
The strategy is split into 3 pillars:
- disrupt
- safeguard
- respond
Disrupt: cutting off the tools, technologies and platforms criminals rely on, including launching the Online Crime Centre and strengthening international partnerships.
Safeguard: strengthening public and business resilience through proactive policing, clear guidance and an expanded ‘Stop! Think Fraud’ campaign.
Respond: improving victim support, operating the new Report Fraud service and strengthening civil and criminal powers to bring offenders to justice.
The strategy aims to make the UK a harder place for criminals to operate and ensure that victims receive consistent, effective support.
Delivery will rely on strong collaboration across government, law enforcement, industry and civil society and through strengthened governance.
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