Tag: fraud
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 …
New £300 winter fuel payment triggers wave of scam texts – ‘contact bank immediately’
It’s vital that pensioners are aware of the signs to avoid falling victim to fraudsters. …
DWP alert as Brits going on holiday could have payments paused
There are certain steps benefit claimants must take before leaving the country. …
Motability car customers urged not to answer if phone call asks for these details
The Motability Scheme allows people who receive certain disability benefits to allocate some or all of their benefit in order to lease a new car …
Barclays issues ‘red flag’ message to all customers over ‘losing money’
Barclays has issued a warning to all customers as scams continue to rise, with the bank sharing a ‘red flag’ warning on Facebook. …
DWP issues urgent warning to Brits to ‘beware’ of new energy bill text scam
The DWP has shared new guidance on what to do if you come across the scam text. …
Alert over new ‘fake HMRC service’ to ‘unlock hidden rebate’
Fake emails, calls and even social media posts could all be looking to empty your wallet under the guise of tax rebate this summer. …
