Tag: fraud
Brits warned of ‘seemingly harmless’ WhatsApp message scamming people out of thousands
This fast-evolving scam is “more dangerous than any malware”, cybersecurity experts have said. …
DWP explains bank statement checks for Universal Credit claimants
DWP said some Universal Credit claims need to be corrected. …
Martin Lewis shares the 3 digits to dial if you fear you have been scammed
The founder of Money Supermarket Martin Lewis has been working with charities on increasing awareness of financial scams. …
Labour minister gives update on DWP powers to ‘compel’ bank account information
The Public Authorities Bill, which is going through its final stages in the House of Commons, will enable the Department for Work and Pensions to compel information for fraud investigations …
Universal Credit recipients urged to ‘self-report’ as overhaul to hit benefits system
The Department for Work and Pensions will be changing under the new fraud bill …
Britons warned of new ‘convincing’ Gmail scam tricking victims into account access
Gmail users are advised to take action to better protect their email accounts. …
DWP explains fraud bank account checks will target these three benefits
Investigators will also be able to directly take funds from a person’s bank account under the new powers …
Lloyds Bank warns customers of cruel scam costing victims up to £1,700
More victims are likely to be targeted by this scam in the months to come. …
DWP powers to stop people fraudulently claiming PIP
DWP said it is ‘committed’ to cracking down on people who fraudulently claim PIP. …
Barclays warns of rise in ‘devastating’ scam costing victims up to £19,000
One in 10 UK adults has been targeted by this scam or knows someone who has been targeted. …
