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Publishing false information

What is publishing false information?

Publishing false information is a type of fraud committed when a criminal creates, destroys, conceals, or falsifies an account, record or report which is deliberately misleading on the company's financial position.

This is usually done to mislead investors and creditors and to keep a failing company trading.

Where can I get more information?

Primary organisations for regulating published information:

If you suspect that an organisation has deliberately published misleading and deceptive information, then please submit as much information as possible at: intelligenceunit@sfo.gsi.gov.uk or contact us directly through our information hotline on 0207 239 7388.

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