Tra i salvataggi finanziari offerti alle imprese dal governo nelle prime settimane di blocco del coronavirus c'era il Bounce Back Loan Scheme.
Il programma consente alle banche di concedere prestiti alle piccole imprese fino a 50.000 sterline, coperti da una garanzia statale 100%. All'inizio di ottobre aveva erogato prestiti per oltre 38 miliardi di sterline.
But now it has emerged that the scheme faces billions in losses from fraud – something which the government was warned about when it was launched in early May.
Un servizio della BBC ha recentemente rivelato che i criminali stavano creando imprese false “su scala industriale per ottenere prestiti del valore di decine di migliaia di sterline”.
The National Crime Agency and National Insolvenza Service have said it volontà examine cases of serious and organised crime linked to the scheme, and help banks detect fraudulent applications. The operation is also likely to catch genuine claims with businesses being pressed for evidence
If you find yourself facing investigation by the police or other authorities our specialist and highly experienced solicitors are ready to assist.
For further information contact Piers Desser, Partner and Head of the Criminal Contenzioso Department, Piers Desser or call 020 7613 2711.
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