Operation Nepean: An investigation into the conduct of former employee of the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, Jeff Finlow

Summary

The report's own summary: 1 Summary of investigation and outcomes, pages 7 to 12

In the body's own words

1. Finding

   IBAC’s investigation resulted in the allegations against Mr Finlow being substantiated.

   Operation_Nepean_special_report_April_2017_Z69srzwh, page 30

2. Conclusion

   After due consideration, IBAC decided there was insufficient evidence to substantiate allegations which might amount to criminal behaviour on the part of Mr Finlow.

   Operation_Nepean_special_report_April_2017_Z69srzwh, page 30

Findings, opinions and statements

Allegations are not findings. A commission's finding or opinion of corrupt conduct or misconduct is not a finding that a person is guilty of a criminal offence, and the commissions say so in their reports.

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Recommendations 4

1. Recommendation 1

   That DPFC reviews its policies and procedures to address the corruption vulnerabilities identified in Operation Nepean and to ensure: • corruption risks associated with procurement (including failure to comply with policies and procedures such as the requirement to obtain three quotes) are addressed • there is improved awareness of and compliance with public sector values and the code of conduct, and policies and procedures relating to conflict of interest and gifts and benefits • there is adequate supervision and rotation of employees in high risk positions, such as positions with responsibility for procurement • there are mechanisms in place to encourage and support employees to speak up and report suspected misconduct or corruption, and to ensure appropriate assessment, escalation and investigation of such matters • recruitment processes are robust, including conducting checks to ensure applicants and employees have the required skills and qualifications • there are appropriate controls to mitigate risks associated with staff reporting to family members.

   Operation Nepean: An investigation into the conduct of former employee of the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, Jeff Finlow (tabled PDF), page 12

2. Recommendation 2

   That DPFC report to IBAC on the implementation of Recommendation 1 by 10 October 2017.

   Operation Nepean: An investigation into the conduct of former employee of the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, Jeff Finlow (tabled PDF), page 12

3. Recommendation 3

   That Corrections Victoria review its policies and procedures to address the corruption vulnerabilities identified in Operation Nepean and take steps to ensure those vulnerabilities are addressed by other prison facilities under its control.

   Operation Nepean: An investigation into the conduct of former employee of the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, Jeff Finlow (tabled PDF), page 12

4. Recommendation 4

   That Corrections Victoria report to IBAC on the implementation of Recommendation 3 by10 October 2017.

   Operation Nepean: An investigation into the conduct of former employee of the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, Jeff Finlow (tabled PDF), page 12

Published responses

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Notes on this record

• Tabled: Legislative Assembly 2017-05-02; Legislative Council 2017-05-02.

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