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Speech by Lord Freud.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Speech by Lord David Freud.
A speech by Lord David Freud, Minister for Welfare Reform.
Six Demonstration Projects are being set up to trial direct payments to Housing Benefit claimants.
Ten innovative projects will play a key role in restoring fairness to the Housing Benefit system.
Benefit cheats are being warned today that a new Mobile Regional Taskforce to combat fraud will be visiting their area.
Speech by Lord David Freud, Minister for Welfare Reform.
The Social Security Advisory Committee has been asked to undertake an independent review of Passported benefits.
Figures released today show customer error is now costing the taxpayer more than fraud or official error.
The Social Security Advisory Committee (SSAC) has been asked to consider proposals for the Housing Benefit (Amendment) Regulations.
The Government has today called for a major review of the sickness absence system.
Restoring fairness to the Housing Benefit system and providing extra support for those who need it is a top priority.
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