we have no knowledge of any fraud or suspected fraud involving management or other employees who have a significant role in the Company's internal controls over financial reporting. in addition, we have no knowledge of any fraud or suspected fraud involving other employees in which the fraud could have a material effect on the consolidated and separate financial statements. we have no knowledge of andy allegations of financial improprieties, including fraud or suspected fraud, (regardless of the source or from and including without limitation, any allegations by "whistleblowers") which could result in a misstatement of the consolidated and separate financial statements or otherwise affect the financial reporting of the Company