Downpatrick woman convicted of benefit fraud
A woman was convicted at Downpatrick Magistrates’ Court today for claiming benefits she was not entitled to.
Tammy Snodden (37) of Struell Close, Downpatrick claimed Carer’s Allowance totalling £5,009 while failing to declare employment. Ms Snodden was given a conditional discharge for a period of 12 months to run concurrently.
She is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
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Banbridge woman convicted of benefit fraud
A woman was convicted at Newry Magistrates’ Court today for claiming benefits she was not entitled to.
Laura Heaney (27) of Iveagh Close, Banbridge claimed Income Support totalling £2,947 while failing to declare employment. Ms Heaney was given 180 hours community service.
She is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
