article_snippet: But Mr Preston-Booth's  begging - which is illegal in Britain and punishable by a £1,000 fine - could be considered benefit fraud.
article_snippet: The Department for Work and Pensions told MailOnline The Department for Work and Pensions never comments on individual cases.
article_snippet: However a spokesman said: 'Benefit fraud is a crime and our fraud investigaters will look into all suspected cases. '
article_snippet: If you suspect someone of claiming benefits fraudulently you can report you suspect someone of claiming benefits fraudulently to the Benefit Fraud Hotline on National Benefit Fraud Hotline 0800 854 440'.