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Benefits - Fraud


Service Description: The Isle of Wight Council is committed to the prevention and detection of Benefit Fraud and has a team of trained Counter Fraud Officers to examine all allegations of fraud. Every claimant has a duty to complete their application form accurately, truthfully and report all changes of circumstances promptly. Any failure to do so may be a criminal offence and investigations will be carried out in accordance with the statutory requirements on criminal investigation

Also known as:- Benefits Hotline, Council Tax Benefits - Fraud, Fraud - Benefits Hotline, Fraud Investigation - Benefits, Housing Benefits - Fraud