Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 123138
Social Security Benefits: Fraud
Tabled: 24 March 2026
Answered: 1 April 2026
Question
Sir John Hayes
Conservative — South Holland and The Deepings
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps she is taking to tackle online content encouraging people to pursue fraudulent benefits claims.
Answer
Andrew WesternThe unscrupulous people who actively try to promote, encourage, or assist in fraud must not be tolerated and these people must face consequences. Offences under the Fraud Act 2006 can carry a maximum sentence of up to 10 years’ imprisonment. This includes...
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