7. Special investigation Aforensic investigation requested by management on medical claims paid to certain service providers between 1 April 1998 and 31 March 2003 was performed and a report was issued on 23 September 2003. The Fund is acting on the findings and the recommendations. The Committee commends the Fund for taking action upon discovery of possible fraud. However, the Committee recommends that the Fund implement more effective preventative measures and more effective controls. The effectiveness of such measures must be reviewed on a regular basis.