Enough is Enough March for Justice

The "Enough is Enough March for Justice" (https://www.theenoughisenoughmarchforjustice.org ) brought together key workers, pensioners, prominent individuals, MPs, and former Premiership footballers such as Andy Cole, Danny Murphy and Craig Short, all rallying for accountability and reform. This took place on the afternoon of April 17, 2024. The march commenced at 2:15 pm from the Royal Courts of Justice, led by former Premiership footballers alongside coffin bearers symbolising the many lives lost and at risk because of financial misconduct. The march - led by Sue Flood and Carly Barnes-Short - took place in response to an urgent call to action from Andy Agathangelou. Survivors of fraud stood up publicly, demanding justice and systemic reform in one powerful voice.

The route culminated at the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, where a wreath was laid to spotlight the injustice and numerous unnecessary deaths resulting from financial exploitation. Andy Agathangelou, founder of the Transparency Task Force, emphasised the march as a platform to amplify the voices of victims who had fallen prey to financial misconduct, including fraud and scams. "The march was a chance to give them a voice and protest the ineffectiveness of authorities, including regulators, in securing fair treatment and justice," said Agathangelou.

Sue Flood, Vice Chair of the organising committee representing victims of financial misconduct, underscored the importance of the march as an opportunity for victims to demand accountability. "We refused to be silenced any longer and were determined to see meaningful change," stated Flood. Carly Barnes-Short, Vice Chair of the organising committee, highlighted the unique challenges faced by sports professionals targeted by financial misconduct. "Sports stars lent their public platforms to shed light on this pervasive issue," Barnes-Short remarked, emphasising that financial misconduct can affect anyone.” A key demand during the march was for a Statutory Public Inquiry into Financial Misconduct in the UK, alongside fair tax treatment for victims. "This is a widespread and very serious issue causing great harm to hardworking families across the UK," said Agathangelou. "We want urgent action through a Statutory Public Inquiry to investigate failures by public bodies in relation to fraud and financial services misconduct." The march aimed to unite a diverse representation of victims and allies, including military veterans, pension savers, former police officers, tax officers, professional advisors, parliamentarians, and sports professionals, in their call for justice and reform.

The Investment Fraud Commitee will be supporting the organisers in follow up actions including letters to parliament and further initiatives to bring victims from the many affected groups together.