 
Benefit fraud is a silent invisible crime! Money is stolen, yet there are no obvious signs. No break in, no damage. It takes money from those genuinely in need. It strikes at the heart of our welfare system, stealing billions. Those who have been dishonest about their circumstances continue to quietly accept payments to which they are not entitled, this is your money!
Countering fraud is everyone’s responsibility.
Local communities often know who these people are.
Help us root them out. Fraud awareness
The Council has dedicated teams actively checking claims and carrying out investigations. Where it is in the public interest, we will prosecute those who we believe are guilty of defrauding the benefits system. The penalties for benefit fraud offences can be severe and include fines and imprisonment. Details of the our criteria for prosecuting people can be found in our Prosecution policy. (Currently Under Review)
Information about our recent prosecutions.
We need your help to continue with this work. You can tell us in complete confidence, about anyone you suspect is cheating the system.
You can provide details using the Online Benefit Fraud Report Form. All information you supply is confidential and your identity is not automatically submitted with the form.
If you prefer you can use our fraud hotline 01473 433999. Your call is strictly confidential and you do not have to give your name. If you ring at a time when the line is not manned an answer phone facility will be available.
Other contact can be made via e-mail fraud@babergh.gov.uk or by fax to 01473 433899.
Other information about fraud can be found on websites linked from the useful links page.
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