What information should I tell you about?

If you advise us of a case of benefit fraud it is important that you provide us with as much information as possible. Where possible please advise us of the following:

• The full names and addresses of the people concerned.
• The type of the suspected fraud.
• Descriptions of people involved - this is particularly helpful when telling us about undeclared partners. Useful information includes:
  • Age
  • Height
  • Build
  • Hair colour/style
  • Glasses
  • Tattoos
  • How long have they been living there?
• Employment details – if you are reporting someone (claimant or partner) who is working, please let us know any of the following:
  • The name and address of the employer
  • How they are paid
  • The type of work being done
  • Their normal hours of work
  • How long they have been working
  • How they get to and from work
• Details of vehicles connected to the alleged fraud:
  • Make
  • Model
  • Colour
  • Registration number
  • Where the vehicle is normally parked
• Income/savings details - if someone has not declared their income or capital please tell us what this is. This could be:
  • Property
  • Bank accounts
  • Student grants
  • Private pensions