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.
Teignmouth beach evacuated after 'bomb' discovery
A 200 metre cordon is in place
Urgent funding needed to save Plough
Arts Centre could close within months
First of eight Devon-based anti-sub warships named
Duchess of Cornwall launches HMS Glasgow
Pensioner dies after collision in hospital car park
Police renew appeal for witnesses
Man charged with child abduction
Youngsters safe after being located in North Devon
East Devon is coach-friendly hotspot
Four towns receive accreditation
