I know of someone who is claiming benefit, even though he operates his own business and has two sets of books. His declared income (it is available on line) could never support his lifestyle. His wife does not work and they claim family income support etc etc. This has been reported by several people, but nothing seems to have been done. However, we don't know how long it takes for the taxman and benefits people to take action.
But this is my question. He has just bought a brand new £30,000 car! On a declared profit of £12,000 pa plus benefits. I don't think so. He says his relatives have given it to him. No-one believes that, but if it is true, shouldn't the benefits people be told?
If anyone out there has a definite answer as to whether such a gift should be declared, or whether we should report this as suspicious I would be obliged.
But this is my question. He has just bought a brand new £30,000 car! On a declared profit of £12,000 pa plus benefits. I don't think so. He says his relatives have given it to him. No-one believes that, but if it is true, shouldn't the benefits people be told?
If anyone out there has a definite answer as to whether such a gift should be declared, or whether we should report this as suspicious I would be obliged.