DWP expands bank account checks for benefits
The DWP is introducing new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud, starting with Pension Credit, ESA, and Universal Credit. Experts warn of privacy concerns.
The DWP is introducing new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud, starting with Pension Credit, ESA, and Universal Credit. Experts warn of privacy concerns.
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