§ Mr. Ieuan Wyn JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what was the total number of persons prosecuted in England and Wales for making a false declaration in respect of benefit claims for 1996. [19374]
§ Mr. DenhamThe total number of persons prosecuted in England and Wales for making a false declaration in the calendar year 1996 amounted to 12,408. This figure includes all benefits administered by the Benefits Agency and excludes Housing Benefit which is administered by Local Authorities.