{"id":103061,"date":"2025-01-29T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/?p=103061"},"modified":"2025-01-29T02:28:11","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T02:28:11","slug":"dwp-bank-account-check-non-benefit-claimants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/dwp-bank-account-check-non-benefit-claimants\/","title":{"rendered":"DWP to Launch Bank Account Checks on Non-Benefit Claimants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The DWP is set to introduce expanded bank account checks as part of its latest efforts to combat fraud and recover outstanding debts. Under new government powers, the department will now be able to access financial information on individuals who do not claim benefits<\/strong>, marking a significant shift in enforcement measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Previously, the DWP could recover money only through the benefits system or via PAYE deductions through HMRC<\/strong>. However, under the new Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill<\/strong>, officials will now have additional legal tools to track down debtors and seize funds directly from bank accounts. The move has sparked debate, with some viewing it as a necessary measure to prevent fraud, while others raise concerns about financial privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How the New Powers Will Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The latest enforcement measures provide the DWP\u2019s serious organised crime investigators<\/strong> with expanded authority, including the ability to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n