HC Deb 19 February 1998 vol 306 c816W
34. Mr. Lock

To ask the Attorney-General if he will make a statement on the steps being taken by the Serious Fraud Office to tackle fraud in the City. [28779]

The Attorney-General

The Serious Fraud Office aims to deter fraud and maintain confidence in UK business and financial institutions through effective investigation and Prosecution of serious and complex fraud. Since 5 April 1997, the SFO has prosecuted 36 defendants, of whom 34 have been convicted.