IDG51290 | Information disclosure Gateways with other government departments: Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): proactive disclosure

Procedure for making a proactive disclosure

HMRC's Intelligence Bureau provides a pathway for HMRC officers who wish to share intelligence with other government departments, law enforcement agencies or local authorities. For the latest process infomation, please refer to the Information Bureau's pages: Intelligence Services - Intelligence Bureau.

Legislation which allows disclosure

Section 127 Welfare Reform Act 2012.

Further guidance

If you receive a request for information and are unsure how to proceed, please contact your Security & Information Business Partner (SIBP) for advice.