The Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing fraud and error in the benefits system, including recovering debts linked to Personal Independence Payments ( PIP ). Conservative MP Sir John Hayes recently questioned the DWP about steps being taken to "tackle people fraudulently claiming PIP".

In a written reply, DWP Minister Andrew Western outlined new measures being introduced to "prevent fraud entering the system based on the types of cases and trends we have seen". This includes "introducing more rigorous checks for customers changing personal details, including bank accounts".

Mr Western said: "DWP is committed to tackling fraud and error in the benefits system and to the recovery of debts, including those generated by Personal Independe

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