article_snippet: At time of national austerity, claiming benefits you are not entitled to is very serious.
article_snippet: Bannister didn't accurately record the affect Bannister condition had on Bannister and then didn't notify the DWP at any time that Bannister abilities were greater than Bannister indicated in those claim forms.'
article_snippet: Bannister started claiming Disability Living Allowance in 2007 saying Bannister had a form of arthritis called Ankylosing Spondylitis.
article_snippet: Bannister filled in forms saying Bannister needed help raising Bannister arms, putting on Bannister shirt and shoes and carrying saucepans.
article_snippet: Bannister said Bannister could only walk 50 yards before experiencing 'severe discomfort' and it would take Bannister 10 to 15 minutes to cover this distance.
article_snippet: Cardiff Crown Court heard how Bannister also needed help making a meal or getting dressed.
article_snippet: In interview Bannister said Bannister still suffered 'flare ups' around six times a month and had to take strong medication in order to play golf .
article_snippet: In interview with Department of Work and Pensions officers, Bannister admitted knowing that Bannister should tell Department of Work and Pensions officers if there was any improvement in Bannister arthritis.
article_snippet: Bannister said: 'I have to do something if I am not working - I can't sit in the house and melt away. '
article_snippet: A DWP officer told Bannister: 'The fact you are getting on and fighting your illness is admirable but it doesn't mean the state has to pay for it.'
article_snippet: In Bannister Bannister said Bannister still suffered 'flare ups' around six times a month and had to take strong medication in order to play golf.