§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer (1) how many persons have been successfuly prosecuted for fraudulent tax claims and fraudulent social security claims in the latest year(a) in England and Wales, (b) in the most appropriate area to the east midlands and (c) in the most appropriate area to Nottingham, for which figures are available;
(2) how much money has been lost in the latest year for which comparable figures are available as a result of fraudulent tax claims and fraudulent social security claims.
§ Mr. MaudeI regret that it has not been possible to provide an answer before Prorogation. Therefore, I shall write to the hon. Member and place a copy of the letter in the Library.