UKRI views fraud as an extremely serious matter and we are committed to investigating allegations of potential fraud.
The term ‘fraud’ is used to describe acts such as:
- deception
- bribery
- forgery
- extortion
- corruption
- theft
- conspiracy
- embezzlement
- misappropriation
- false representation
- concealment of material facts
- collusion.
Where an allegation is proven, we will attempt to recover any lost assets and will take action against the offenders.
What you can report
You can report any suspected or actual attempts at fraud, bribery or corruption involving UKRI staff or grant funding.
How to report fraud, bribery or corruption
To report any fraud, bribery or corruption concerns, please contact the UKRI Counter Fraud and Investigations Service.
Email reportfraud@ukri.org or complete one of our
online referral forms:
- report concerns about a UKRI-funded grant recipient
- report concerns about UKRI employees, contractors or any non-grant related issue
- report any concerns if you are a UKRI employee
You can report fraud anonymously. You do not have to give your name or contact details unless you want to, but it helps us if you can provide as much information as possible.
How we will handle your fraud referral
A member of the UKRI Counter Fraud and Investigations Service team will be in touch within five working days to acknowledge your referral and advise on next steps.
Any information we gather as part of an investigation conducted by the UKRI Counter Fraud and Investigations Service team will remain confidential (to the extent possible for a thorough investigation).
Last updated: 8 October 2024