Benefit fraud is a type of criminal activity in which individuals deliberately provide false or misleading information, or withhold relevant details, to claim government benefits they are not entitled to receive. This can include exaggerating a disability, not reporting changes in circumstances, or concealing other sources of income. Benefit fraud is a crime in the UK and can lead to prosecution, financial penalties, and repayment of fraudulently claimed benefits. The UK government actively investigates and pursues cases of suspected benefit fraud to protect public funds and ensure support reaches those genuinely in need.