Belfast woman convicted of benefit fraud

A woman was convicted at Belfast Magistrates’ court yesterday for claiming benefits she was not entitled to.

The 54 year old from Belfast claimed Jobseekers Allowance and Housing Benefit totalling £12,597 while failing to declare employment. She was given 8 months probation and ordered to pay court costs of £34.

Ms McClelland also has to repay the money she wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.