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Benefit cheats warned they will be caught

Successfully prosecuting people who cheat the benefit system is sending out a clear message that it won't be tolerated. 

That's the view of the Treasury Minister who says he's pleased the courts are taking the issue seriously:
 
 
Many of those punished are fined and ordered to repay the money from their benefits - however this means it's still the taxpayer ultimately picking up the tab for their wrongdoing. 
 
Eddie Teare says he can understand why the public has concerns about that:  
 

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