Government bosses have revealed a bold plan to 'help reduce levels of fraud'
The Department for Work and Pensions would be able to see exactly where benefit claimants are spending their money under a new plan.
Investigators would also be able to execute search and seizure orders and make arrests, the Daily Record reports.READ MORE: DVLA rule means millions of drivers face £1,000 fines Some 22.8 million people across the UK are in receipt of at least one benefit, according to recent figures, though it is important to note that State Pension is included in that total as it is a contributory benefit. But just 2,127 people completed the survey.
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