Hundreds of Public Sector Workers Caught Holding Multiple Jobs
Published 1d ago · Latest report 24m ago · Investigation
Affects United Kingdom
Over 300 public sector workers have been caught holding multiple simultaneous state jobs.
More than 300 state employees have been discovered holding multiple public sector jobs simultaneously since 2016. The widespread practice came to light through the Cabinet Office National Fraud Initiative. Officials are now cracking down on employees who secretly collect full-time salaries across different government roles.
- The sourceThe discoveries were made by the Cabinet Office National Fraud Initiative.
Why it matters
Public sector transparency rules strictly govern secondary employment to ensure civil servants dedicate their required hours to taxpayers. Cases of workers secretly holding multiple full-time roles undermine public trust and breach employment contracts.
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Government fraud checks have uncovered more than 300 public sector employees holding multiple jobs since 2016.
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- Evening StandardMore than 300 public sector workers caught with multiple jobs after London civil servant held five roles24m ago · open ↗
- BBC NewsCivil servant who secretly held five jobs found guilty of fraud1d ago · open ↗
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