Fighting Benefit Fraud
The most common type of fraud committed and detected against the Council is Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit Fraud.
We have a dedicated team at South Holland District Council responsible for investigating allegations of Benefit Fraud. We investigated 478 fraud referrals in 2007/2008. This resulted in substantial overpayments of Housing and Council Tax Benefit being identified. 20 of the more serious cases were either prosecuted, received an Administrative penalty or Formal Caution.
To find out more about the work we are doing to combat Benefit Fraud, and how we can work together to stop it, please see Investigation into Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit Fraud.
Reporting Benefit Fraud
If you suspect someone of benefit fraud you can choose from any of the following options:
- Speak directly to a Fraud Officer by contacting the Council offices on 01775 761161
- Use our free 24-hour hotline to report your suspicion - the number is 0800 0851 737
- Download the Fraud Report Form (PDF, 59KB). (Please complete as much of this form as you can)
- Email the team at BenefitFraud@sholland.gov.uk.
You can remain anonymous if you do not wish to be involved. All information you give us will be treated in confidence.
