Tag: fraud
Lloyds issues warning over 5-word text message that could empty your bank account
The scam has been widely reported by people across the UK, with Lloyds warning that it could see people’s bank accounts cleared out …
DWP announces fraud and error review of PIP and five other benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions confirmed it will be carrying out a review of six benefits for unfulfilled eligibility over the year …
DWP underpaid state pensioners by staggering £450m in ‘sharp rise of error’
The Department for Work and Pensions has released a new report revealing the striking figures. …
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. …
