HMRC is reviewing allegations regarding the misuse of the Eat Out to Help Out (EOTHO) scheme following press reports that £250,000 of public money has been fraudulently claimed by 57 franchised Papa John's stores owned by Raheel Choudhary. HMRC has confirmed that an investigation is underway and it will not hesitate to take action against those who have exploited the scheme.
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