ACC welcomes conclusion of fraud case

The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) has today welcomed the conclusion of a staff fraud case.

In April 2010, ACC referred a number of concerns about property transactions to the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) for investigation. The staff member concerned, Malcolm Mason, was dismissed at the time for failing to follow internal ACC policies and procedures.

Mr Mason was today sentenced to 11 months home detention.

ACC Chief Executive Dr Jan White said the organisation was pleased the matter had come to a conclusion.

“Like other members of the state service, ACC staff members abide by high standards of honesty and integrity. So the actions of this individual were of great concern to us all. I am pleased the matter has been concluded.”

“As soon as suspicions were raised we involved the appropriate authorities and thoroughly reviewed our internal systems. We are satisfied that they are robust”, said Dr White.

“ACC has a zero tolerance policy to fraud or corruption, whether it involves an employee, a contractor, a supplier of services or a client. Wherever we suspect fraud, it will be investigated and action will be taken,” added Dr White.