Agenda item

Report of the Commissioner.

The Committee received a report of the Commissioner of Police that provided Members with an update on the Joint Fraud Taskforce (JFT).

A Member asked what the funding implications were for the national project, and whether increased demand would translate into an increased funding opportunity.  The Commissioner explained the Transformation Fund bid would be attributable to this and would cover Child Abuse, Cyber, and Fraud.  He explained that CoLP contributed to the Fraud Taskforce by playing a significant role and this provided the opportunity to demonstrate their work.  The Chairman of the Economic Crime Board noted that CoLP’s primary contribution in this area would be through manpower rather than cash. 

The Commissioner also explained that there was increased focus on the threat of Serious and Organised Crime in general rather than individual crime types. 

RESOLVED – That the report be received.