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Benefit fraud

If you suspect that an individual is receiving, Housing Benefit or any other benefit fraudulently please contact the Department for Work and Pensions through one of the following methods:

  • If you have access to the Internet please go to www.gov.uk/benefit-fraud and complete the online form with the details of the suspect and the type of fraud they allegedly committing
  • You can call the National Benefit Fraud Hotline on 0800 854 440 who will gather and record details of the suspected fraud
  • If you wish to send in a letter please send to NBFH, PO Box224, Preston PR1 1GP