Source · Select Committees · Public Accounts Committee

Recommendation 16

16 Not Addressed

Targeted benefits increase complexity and risk of fraud and error

Conclusion
In many instances, Parliament has targeted benefits to claimants’ needs and circumstances, with the aim of ensuring that resources are used efficiently. However, this can introduce complexity and increase the risk of fraud and error.29
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In many instances, Parliament has targeted benefits to claimants’ needs and circumstances, with the aim of ensuring that resources are used efficiently. However, this can introduce complexity and increase the risk of fraud and error.29
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