Committees

Fraud and error in the benefits system

Inquiry

This inquiry considers where errors occur in the benefits system, and the adequacy of steps being taken to reduce them. These steps may include internal Department for Work and Pensions processes, communication between departments and local authorities, and communication with claimants.

The inquiry will also consider new approaches to tackling benefit fraud, the implications for fraud and error of the introduction of Universal Credit and other welfare reforms, and lessons to be learned from the private sector, including on online fraud protection and data protection issues.

Staff contact: James Clarke, Committee Specialist, Tel: 020 7219 4835, Email: clarkeja@parliament.uk

Upcoming events

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Past events

Monday 7 April 2014
4:30pm Public
Fraud and error in the benefits system - Oral evidence 7 April 2014
The Grimond Room, Portcullis House
Monday 31 March 2014
4:30pm Public
Fraud and error in the benefits system - Oral evidence 31 March 2014
The Grimond Room, Portcullis House
Monday 17 March 2014
4:30pm Public
Fraud and error in the benefits system - Oral evidence 17 March 2014
The Grimond Room, Portcullis House

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  • Email: workpencom@parliament.uk
  • Phone: 020 7219 8976 | 020 7219 1679 (Media)
  • Address: Work and Pensions Committee | House of Commons | London | SW1A 0AA