City of London Police Launches National 'Report Fraud' Service

The City of London Police has officially launched Report Fraud, a new national service designed to transform how victims and businesses across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland report cyber crime and fraud, and how law enforcement and industry respond.

Police say cyber crime and fraud now account for around half of all offences in the UK, costing the economy billions of pounds each year. These crimes are increasingly sophisticated, targeting individuals, small firms, and major organisations alike.

The new service provides a single national gateway for reporting and intelligence. Cases will be assessed and shared across police forces, complex investigations will be escalated to specialists, and victims will receive consistent care and support nationwide.

Pete O’Doherty, Commissioner of the City of London Police, responsible for the initiative, said: “These crimes cause more than financial loss and often have devastating impacts on those targeted. We see the true cost of cyber crime and fraud when taking reports from those affected.” He added that Report Fraud provides victims with a national gateway to policing, while enhancing the capacity of every force to identify, disrupt, and bring offenders to justice.

The City of London Corporation has backed the project with £13.2 million in funding, plus an annual £2.5 million contribution to running costs, underscoring its long-term commitment to tackling fraud and protecting the UK’s economic security.

To mark the launch, a national advertising campaign is rolling out across radio and social media from 19 January, promoting the message “Every Report Counts”.

In December 2025, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) launched ‘Firm Checker’, a tool allowing investors to confirm whether a financial services firm is authorised and properly licensed to operate in the UK.