UK to seize funds from benefit fraudsters' bank accounts to recover unpaid debts, aiming to save £1.5bn.

The UK government plans to crack down on benefit fraud by introducing new powers that allow the Department for Work and Pensions to seize money from bank accounts of fraudsters who refuse to repay. The move aims to recover funds faster from those who can afford to pay back but refuse to do so, potentially saving £1.5bn over five years. The legislation will be used as a last resort and includes safeguarding measures and staff training.

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