About us

Lord Mann - Member of the House of Lords

Lord Mann brings decades of experience in Parliament and is the former Chair of the Treasury Select Committee. He is dedicated to ensuring that the voices of victims are represented in policymaking. Lord Mann will be an instrumental member of the committee in helping shape recommendations and proposing reforms and will lead the sports sector focus.

Sarah Bool MP - Convservative MP representing South Northamptonshire

Sarah Bool is the MP for South Northamptonshire. Elected in 2024, Sarah is passionate about protecting consumers from financial crime and advocating for justice for victims of fraud.

She currently serves as the Co-Chair of the Investment Fraud All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) Advisory Committee, working alongside industry experts and campaigners to push for policy reform and greater protections for those impacted by investment scams.

Alex Sobel MP - Labour MP representing Leeds North West

Alex is an MP representing Leeds North West and the Co-Chair of the Investment Fraud APPG. He has a particular expertise in HMRC issues, having led the inquiry into this matter in November 2023. Additionally, he has a strong knowledge of sports policy as constituent MP representing a victim from the sports profession. Alex is focused on creating fairer outcomes for victims and ensuring that legislation reflects best practices in fraud prevention and victim support.

Carly Barnes-Short - Chair, Investment Fraud Committee, Co-chair, Fraud in Sport

Carly is a seasoned lawyer and former CEO of a regional law firm, with over a decade of experience advocating for fraud victims. Specialising in sport, she has represented World Cup winners, top football teams, and worked across boxing and F1 motor racing. Carly leads research initiatives with PLCs and Oxford University student consultancy, combining legal expertise with impactful advocacy. As co-chair of the committee and the Fraud in Sport panel, she drives policy development, campaigns for stronger protections, and spearheads parliamentary engagement to achieve systemic reform.

Margaret Snowdon - OBE -

Co- chair, Fraud in Pensions

Margaret Snowdon OBE of the PSIG is a Non-Executive Director at the Pensions Regulator, a leading UK pensions professional and policy advisor. Margaret is the Co-Chair of the Fraud in Pensions Panel. Margaret was appointed an OBE in 2010 and has received many awards for her contribution to Pensions including being named as one of the most influential people in pensions.

Simon Myerson KC - Leading Barrister and campaigner

Simon was called in 1986, became a Recorder in 2001 and took silk in 2003.

He sat in serious crime and the Business and Property Court until 2024. He has a common law practice, spanning reputation management to commercial share disputes. His fraud practice encompasses civil, criminal and regulatory work, including in the Tax Chamber. He advises government agencies in non-contentious work regarding statutory powers.

Anthony Stansfeld - Former Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley

Anthony Stansfeld is the former Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, with a strong track record of advocating for justice and accountability in fraud cases. He provides expert insight into the challenges victims face and the systemic issues within law enforcement and regulatory bodies. Anthony calls for urgent reform to better protect victims and stresses the need for cross-party action to drive meaningful change. His work highlights the wider failings across the system and the importance of delivering justice.

Professor Nigel Harper - former senior HMRC official

Professor Nigel Harper is a former senior HMRC official with deep knowledge of the organisation’s internal workings. He provides valuable insights into HMRC’s culture and the challenges it faces in handling fraud cases. His experience within the department brings a unique perspective to discussions on systemic reform and victim protection.

Ben Rees – Financial Services Expert & Investment Fraud Specialist

Ben Rees is a financial services expert specialising in regulatory matters, dispute resolution, and investment fraud. He has extensive experience handling claims with the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) and the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), particularly in retail investment mis-selling. A Chartered Fellow of the Personal Finance Society (PFS) and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT), Ben provides strategic insights in financial litigation and fraud investigations. His expertise makes him a key contributor to the Investment Fraud Committee, advocating for consumer protections and regulatory reforms.

Adam Richardson - Barrister at 1 Essex Court and Expert in Data, Privacy, and Insolvency Law

Adam Richardson is a Barrister practising from 1 Essex Court and has extensive civil and Chancery law experience earning him a reputation as a preeminent data, privacy, and reputation management barrister. His client base includes national political parties. He has a strong command of all matters involving insolvency.       

Jeremy Cornford - Seasoned Financial Advisor and Advocate for Consumer Protection Against Fraud.

Jeremy Cornford is a seasoned financial advisor. Having witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of fraud on clients and their families, Jeremy is committed to driving policy change to protect consumers and hold regulatory bodies accountable. His expertise in financial planning and fraud prevention brings invaluable insight to the Investment Fraud APPG Advisory Committee, where he plays a key role in shaping policy recommendations and advocating for systemic reform.

Sue Flood - Co-Chair for the fraud in pensions panel and victim representative

Sue has been campaigning for justice and reform for pension fraud victims for over 12 years. Drawing on her lived experience , she co-chairs the fraud in pensions committee to expose systemic failures and fight for lasting change across the financial system.

Danny Murphy - Former Professional Footballer

Danny Murphy is a former Premier League and England footballer, widely respected for his insightful leadership both on and off the pitch. Since retiring, he has become a passionate advocate for fraud prevention and victim support, dedicating his efforts to raising awareness about financial scams and helping victims seek justice. Danny is committed to protecting individuals from financial harm and campaigning for systemic change to better safeguard people from fraud.

Brian Deane – Former Premier League Footballer

Brian Deane is a former Premier League and England footballer, renowned for scoring the first-ever Premier League goal. Outside football, he advocates for financial education and player welfare, focusing on protecting athletes from fraud and financial mismanagement. Brian is also committed to raising awareness of investment fraud in sports, helping players stay informed and avoid scams.

Kim Goldsmith - Victim Representative and Mental Health Support.

Kim is a nurse and a survivor of investment fraud. As a victim representative, she is passionately committed to supporting others affected by similar experiences and raising awareness of the broader systemic issues that impact victims. Her personal journey provides invaluable insight into the unique challenges individuals face, making her advocacy essential to the committee's mission and its efforts to drive meaningful change and increase support for those affected.

Andy Agathangelou - Founder of the Transparency Task Force and Advocate for Pension Fraud Victims.

Andy Agathangelou convened a Senate House meeting that created the Transparency Task Force. Andy, a Governor of the UK's Pensions Policy Institute, founded Friends of Automatic Enrolment and chairs Friends of the Association of Member Nominated Trustees, which he helped form. Andy has been lobbying on behalf of pension fraud victims for many years and Chairs the Investment Fraud & Fairer Financial Services APPG Secretariat.