Tag: fraud
DWP to start checking people’s bank accounts soon – when and who will be targeted
The Labour Government is pushing ahead with its ‘snooper’s charter’. …
Thousands to lose Child Benefit in DWP fraud crackdown
Child Benefit, administered by HMRC, is paid to millions of families across the UK …
State pensioners urged ‘be on high alert’ over new energy payment scam
Fraudsters are using “increasingly sophisticated” tactics to con victims into handing over personal details. …
DWP sending officials to homes of anyone suspected of benefit fraud in crackdown
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a warning to anyone who is suspected of committing benefit fraud …
Signs you’re under investigation for DWP benefit fraud as ‘red flags’ revealed
Millions of pounds are lost to benefit fraudsters every year, but the Department for Work and Pensions is being given new powers to tackle the issue …
People over 56 ‘prime target’ as ‘accounts drained across UK’
A money expert has issued a warning to households …
DWP claimants on 7 benefits to get their bank accounts checked
The move is expected to come into effect in April 2026. …
Lloyds Bank issues alert after surge in ‘cruel’ scam costing victims £5,291
People aged 55 and over face the largest threat, Lloyds Bank has warned. …
Brits issued warning of rise in ‘grim’ scam targeting bank accounts
A worrying “double dip” trend has also emerged, with some scam victims targeted twice. …
FCA statement as people over 56 are having bank accounts drained
Consumers are being targeted by fraudsters impersonating the Financial Conduct Authority , the regulator has warned …
