The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has warned millions of people who claim benefits that they could be fined £50 for making a simple mistake. People can receive benefits for a variety of reasons, for example if they are unemployed, on a low income or unable to work for health reasons.
According to Government advice, anyone who claims benefits could be fined £50 if they fail to inform the authorities about a change in circumstance. This includes having a baby, getting a divorce, moving house or changing doctor.
Claimants who do not report a change may be paid too much. If this is the case, they will have to pay some of the money back, along with a £50 penalty, the Liverpool Echo reports.
