7.7 million pounds is awarded to residents in East Devon receiving a single person discount on their council tax.
According to research by the audit commission up to 5% of claims may be wrong which would amount to 385- housand pounds annually.
Data matching technology will now be used by the authority to double check claims.
Campaigners welcome Torquay Pavilion's 'at risk' listing
'Today is the day our campaign goes national'
New teams crack down on Devon pollution hotspots
Farms also on the radar for inspection teams
Newton Abbot tip to get upgrade
It could handle waste from other councils
EX postcode is hotspot for postie dog attacks
Area appears on list again
Clifton Hill project gets green light
Exeter prioritises homes over profit
Delight as Supreme Court rules on Dartmoor wild camping
'This is a landmark judgement'
