FAQ's: Benefits How can I make a claim for Housing/Council Tax benefit? You will need to complete an application form. Evidence of your identity, all income, all savings or other capital and your national insurance number must be provided. This information is also… How do I report benefit fraud? You can report benefit fraud online (see External Links section on this page) or by calling the National Benefit Fraud Hotline on 0800 854 440. Lines are open between 7.00 am and 11.00 pm,7 da…