The Department of Social Protection has launched investigations into 3,300 cases of suspected welfare fraud this year.
41 cases have been referred to the Chief State Solicitors Office.
A further 45 people have also been convicted in court - with two jailed.
Most cases relate to Jobseeker's Allowance, but Sinn Féin's social-protection spokesman, Wicklow T.D. John Brady, says welfare fraud is actually dropping
Annual Spring Clean Month Arrives Across County Wicklow
Now in its 26th year, An Taisce’s Spring Clean initiative is once again inviting community groups, schools, and resident associations in Wicklow to participate.
Totem Of Singer Ronnie Drew Unveiled At Greystones Train Station
The 2nd Corten Steel totem at Greystones Train Station has been unveiled that features a portrait of the late singer Ronnie Drew.
Public Consultation Opens On Future Use Of Public Building In Carnew
Wicklow County Council has opened a public consultation on plans to refurbish the former Bank of Ireland building on the Main Street.
Construction Starts On New Solar Farm Near Blessington
Threecastles solar farm will have a capacity of 21.7 MWp.
Site At Magheramore Beach Sold At Auction To Private Owner For €613,000
The 21 acre site has sold at auction for €613,000, a discount to the €700,000 that Paddy McKillen Jr reportedly paid for it.
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