The government says it’s determined to stamp out bid-rigging in tendering processes – and is issuing guidance to civil servants.
Concerns grew after a number of companies put in bids to refurbish old people’s homes which were all suspiciously close to each other and far too high.
A report by the Office of Fair Trading said civil servants simply didn’t know enough about how private companies could collude with each other to rip off the taxpayer.
But the OFT’s Research Officer David Oldfield says training will now be given to spot foul play.
Overnight sailings cancelled due to adverse weather
Rapist who 'terrorised' his victim told his sentence was 'entirely justified'
Complaints process for health system changed
Discovery of oiled birds 'makes a mockery of our biosphere status'
Charges now in place for those sending parcels to the EU