Fraud is a global problem with a global cost running into the trillions - which is more than 6 percent of global GDP.

Of course, the true scale is unknown as that figure does not include unreported cases. Many instances of fraud are often kept under the radar for various reasons, including cover-ups, embarrassment, and lack of confidence in authorities to investigate.

Whether it's happening on a government, corporate or personal level, The Agenda's Stephen Cole looks at who the fraudsters are, the warning signs to watch out for, and asks what's being done to crackdown on corruption.

Tony Sales was once known as Britain's greatest fraudster for his skills and ability to avoid being caught. From conman to consultant, the reformed criminal has since founded 'We Fight Fraud' offering first-hand insight into a criminal's mind while helping companies stay one step ahead of them.

Professor Mark Button is Director of the Centre for Counter Fraud Studies at Portsmouth University. He explains which types of fraud have increased since the pandemic and why there’s no international uniformity to fight fraud.

And finally, criminologist and forensic linguist Dr Elisabeth Carter explains the secrets behind romance fraud, why victims are not to blame and how lock-downs provided the perfect environment for romance fraudsters to cash in on criminality.

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