Pendle Borough Council

Ornamental garden in Marsden Park, Nelson. Photograph by Marcia Allass

Ornamental garden in Marsden Park, Nelson. Photograph by Marcia Allass

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Fraud investigation - benefits

Telephone We aim to detect and prevent any fraudulent benefit claims, stopping and reducing payment in fraudulent cases and preventing over-payment claims.

Benefit Fraud is a crime - please help us fight it. You do not have to give your name.

How to Report Benefit Fraud

Complete an online form (link below) or email benefits@pendle.gov.uk to report benefit fraud
Ring Pendle's confidential Hotline number on 01282 878999 where a member of the Investigation Team will take details of your suspicions.
Ring the National Benefit Fraud Hotline on 0800 328 6340 or textphone 0800 328 0512
Report benefit fraud online (external link) at the Department of Work and Pensions website

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What do I do if I think someone is committing a benefit fraud?

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Benefit Fraud

Contact details

Contact: Benefits (Pendle Borough Council)

Department: Treasury and Customer Services

Email: benefits@pendle.gov.uk

Telephone: 01282 661800 or 661837

Fax: (01282) 878994

Visit: http://www.pendle.gov.uk/benefits

Number One, Market Street, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7LJ

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