Wigan man, 65, to be sentenced for benefit fraud

A 65-year-old Wigan man who has admitted to benefit fraud will be sentenced by a Bolton judge on September 30, town justices have ruled.
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Ian Cronin, 65, of Wensley Road, Lowton, has already pleaded guilty to twice failing to notify the DWP of a change of circumstances affecting his Carer’s Allowance.

He also admitted not disclosing earnings to Wigan Council other than benefits.