Tag: fraud
DWP confirms start date for ‘monitoring’ bank accounts to stop benefit fraud
The Government has published a series of new factsheets on the new Public Authorities Bill which was announced in the 2022 Budget. …
Brits ’embarrassed’ after falling for a scam – but experts urge victims to speak up
A poll of 2,000 people who have been targeted by scammers found nearly half have had their money stolen over the last year – with the average person losing £481 …
Five common mistake you should ‘never’ make when shopping online according to expert
A Which? consumer rights expert has dished the dirt on the common habits many of us are guilty of doing while shopping online that need to be avoided. …
Warning as mum who lost £280 on fake Cornwall holiday says ‘I suddenly died inside’
She asked for the scammer’s ID and a utility bill but still ended up as a victim of fraud. …
New DWP powers to ‘monitor bank accounts’ explained in full
The DWP will not have access to the bank accounts of benefit claimants under new fraud powers being introduced in the Department, an MP has confirmed …
Fraud experts send urgent warning against pension scams following budget announcement
Fraud experts are warning that pensions are becoming a major target for scammers after the recent Budget created more uncertainty about the savings pots. …
Brits lose millions as scams spike in festive season – here’s what you should look out for
As Natwest warns shoppers to be careful when making purchases online this Christmas – these are the top 12 scams to look out for …
DWP says one benefit is ‘safe’ from bank account checks
The Labour government will hand new powers to the DWP to help prevent benefits fraudsters. …
DWP to take money directly out of bank accounts after law change but pensioners ‘safe’
The DWP will be given new powers to take money out of people’s bank accounts following a law change – unless you’re a state pensioner. …
DWP warns fraudsters targeting people claiming Universal Credit, PIP and other benefits
The government department is concerned that benefit claimants are being conned into filling out application forms, providing personal financial information, via scam emails and websites. …
