Masterclass
Topic: Failure to Prevent: Are you ready?
(A practical guide to strengthening your fraud defences)
Thursday 11th September 2025
9.30 - 11.00am
Online event - A teams link will be issued to those registered before the event
North West Fraud Forum are continuing their masterclass program with our next online event. We are delighted to welcome speakers from Clue Software, and the Government Internal Audit Agency.
With the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act coming into force on 1st September 2025, the need for robust fraud risk management has never been more urgent.
Join Laura Eshelby, Head of Economic Crime at Clue Software, and Neil Green, Deputy Director for Counter Fraud at the Government Internal Audit Agency, as they explore how both public and private sector organisations can strengthen their resilience against economic crime. During this masterclass, Laura and Neil will:
• share proven strategic frameworks and tools for anticipating, identifying, and responding to threats — including how to leverage technology and data for stronger fraud defences.
• provide insight from the heart of government: how central departments are preparing for the new duties, lessons from recent cross-government initiatives, and what good looks like in practice.
• share challenges and common pitfalls when approaching economic crime management and how to avoid them!
Whether you commission services, award funding, or manage risk and compliance, this session offers actionable guidance for navigating the changing fraud landscape.
Ideal for professionals across sectors, from those developing strategy to those refining it.
AGENDA
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9.20
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Online meeting join time
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9.30
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Welcome and Introduction
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9.35
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Presentation by Neil Green and Laura Eshelby
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10.15
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Comfort Break
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10.20
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Speaker presentation continued followed by audience questions
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11.00
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Summary and Close |
SPEAKERS BIOS
Neil Green, Deputy Director for Counter Fraud at the Government Internal Audit Agency
An experienced senior leader in the field of counter fraud and investigation, Neil heads the team at the Government Internal Audit Agency. With a proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive counter fraud services, Neil has overseen investigations into alleged fraud across a multitude of government organisations.
Neil won the TECA Outstanding Manager or Director Award in 2021. His dedication to excellence is evident through his direct involvement in high-profile fraud investigations, reviews, and leak inquiries. Neil's expertise extends to his role as an affiliate member of the Public Sector Fraud Authority Executive Committee, where he helps shape anti-fraud strategies in the public sector. Additionally, Neil's contributions as Director and Vice Chair of the North West Fraud Forum have been invaluable in bridging the gap between public and private sectors in the fight against fraud.
Neil was recently appointed as a panellist for the Teaching Regulation Agency's Professional Conduct Panel, where he plays a critical role in safeguarding student wellbeing and upholding the reputation of the teaching profession.
Laura Eshelby, Head of Economic Crime at Clue Software
Laura is the Head of Economic Crime at Clue Software, bringing over 20 years of expertise in counter fraud and economic crime to support organisations in strengthening their fraud risk assessments and implementing best practices.
With extensive tactical and strategic experience, Laura plays a critical role in shaping Clue’s future development, particularly in economic crime. Prior to joining Clue, Laura spent a decade at the Cabinet Office, where she served as Deputy Director at the Public Sector Fraud Authority, helping to shape UK government policies on fraud prevention, professionalisation and insider threats, and prior to this led fraud and financial investigations within the Ministry of Justice.
Attendance at this event is available for free for NWFF members
or an alternate colleague - please email us at admin1@northwestfraudforum.co.uk to register an alternate colleague.
If you are not a member you are welcome to join - click here for more information.
