Evidence of misuse prompts major Whitehall review of procurement cards

A major review of spending by civil servants has been launched (PA) - (PA Wire)

Civil servants could face disciplinary action as part of a major review across Whitehall prompted by concerns that cards used to buy goods and services are being misused.

Permanent secretaries at all Whitehall departments have been ordered to carry out a rapid review of spending on Government procurement cards, including checks on whether everyone who has a card needs one, assessments of approval processes, and disciplinary action when rules have found to be broken.