Tag: fraud
HMRC warns ‘never do this’ in new scam alert of fraudulent email ‘stealing bank details’
More than 40,000 people reported this tax scam in the 12 months to July. …
‘Suspicious’ petrol station sign that could drain your bank account
A fraud expert has issued a warning to drivers after a rise in petrol station scams that could leave you out of pocket – and it’s all to do with a ‘suspicious’ sign …
Martin Lewis’ MSE tax guidance explains 3 things HMRC will ‘never’ do
It’s vital that people recognise genuine communication from HMRC to avoid falling victim to a scam. …
DWP takes legal action against benefits cheats as claims reach record high
A 51-year-old woman from Manchester was sentenced to 20 months in prison after failing to declare to DWP that she no longer lived alone …
Loyds Bank warns ‘ruthless’ scam ‘tricking’ Brits into handing over £218 on average
Thousands of people have fallen victim to the scam, with nationwide losses estimated to have exceeded £2.5million over the past two years. …
Universal Credit claimants risk ‘committing fraud’ for simple mistake
As many as 7.2 million people across the UK are claiming Universal Credit – but some may be accidentally committing fraud without realising …
Mobile phone users warned of ‘surge’ in app scam ‘harvesting’ bank details
The apps secretly grant criminals access to sensitive information. …
Lloyds Bank issues urgent warning of ‘manipulative’ new scam costing victims up to £5,000
Reports of these types of scams have surged by 237% so far this year. …
14 people arrested as HMRC issues tax fraud warning
It’s believed the fraudsters used the information of real taxpayers to fraudulently apply for benefits and other HMRC relief …
Government confirms date when workers and retirees will face bank account ‘monitoring’
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the start date for its new powers to tackle fraud in the welfare system …
