HMRC warns of fines for late tax returns
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
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Warning Over 'Real-Looking' Gmail and Outlook Scam Emails
Cybersecurity alert: Hackers are sending highly convincing phishing emails to Gmail and Outlook users. Learn how to spot the scam and protect your data without clicking dangerous links.
DVLA warns drivers after 20,000 report fraud
The DVLA issues an urgent warning to UK motorists on how to spot scams and protect personal data, following a surge in fraudulent activity reported this year.
Nationwide warns customers over fake savings letters
Nationwide Building Society has issued an urgent scam alert after customers received fraudulent letters promoting fake fixed-rate savings deals. Learn how to spot the warning signs.
Home Office and Evri Issue 'Crucial' Scam Warning
UK households warned as delivery fraud hits record high. Learn how to spot fake texts and emails from scammers impersonating Evri and other couriers. #StopThinkFraud
Lloyds Bank Warns of £1,700 Social Media Ticket Scams
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Scotty Kilmer warns of 'biggest scam' for used car buyers
YouTube mechanic Scotty Kilmer warns drivers about a major used car scam. Learn how to check the V5C logbook to avoid disreputable sellers and protect your money.
Save £300 on phone bills with free cashback app
A savvy shopper reveals how the free Airtime Rewards app has slashed her phone bill by over £300 since 2021. Discover how linking your card earns cashback at Boots, Argos, New Look and more.
Warning over 'spray and pay' parcel scam in UK
UK households warned of a 'spray and pay' parcel delivery scam sweeping England. Criminals send fake texts to steal data and bank details. Learn how to protect yourself.
Stolen phones found buried in London park in new crime tactic
A woman tracked her snatched Samsung phone to a London park, finding it buried with four others. Police warn of a new crime trend where thieves hide stolen devices. #PhoneTheft #LondonCrime
NatWest customers warned over phishing email scam
NatWest warns customers of a phishing scam using fake FCA rules to steal biometric data. Learn how to spot the fraudulent emails and protect your financial information.
Lloyds warns of £436 loss in top purchase scams
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Stop nuisance calls with free government register
Unwanted sales calls and scam texts plague millions. Discover the simple, free, government-backed service that can stop them in under a minute. Learn how to register and fight back.
Parents warned over AI child voice scam
Parents are warned of a cruel AI voice scam cloning a child's cry for help. Experts reveal how to spot the fraud and protect your finances this Christmas.
HMRC warns of 135,500 scam reports ahead of tax deadline
HMRC issues urgent warning as scammers target UK households with fake tax demands. Over 135,500 reports made in 10 months. Learn how to spot fraud and protect your information.
Amazon Christmas Scam Warning Issued by Which?
Shoppers are warned of a fake Amazon 'free product' scam using QR codes. Learn how to spot the fraud, protect your details, and where to report it.
Santander's £2,325 Warning Over Christmas Shopping Scams
Santander UK warns of a sharp rise in sophisticated online purchase scams ahead of Christmas, with average losses per case reaching £2,325. Experts reveal how AI is fuelling the fraud wave.
Social media hijacker jailed for £124k crypto scam
Haroon Zaman, 23, impersonated victims and hijacked their accounts to promote a fake cryptocurrency investment scheme, conning over £124,000. Read the full details of the SEROCU investigation.
£150 energy rebate letters sent to 6m UK homes
Official letters with a £150 energy bill rebate are arriving for six million UK households. The government warns to ignore scam texts and calls about the Warm Home Discount.
Mum faces jail over £4k Oasis ticket fraud
Rosie Slater, 32, admitted conning fans with fake Oasis concert tickets. She will be sentenced in April 2026. Police urge the public to buy only from reputable sellers.
HMRC warns of 4,800 Self Assessment scams
HMRC issues urgent warning as scammers target taxpayers ahead of the 31 January deadline. Learn how to spot fake calls and texts and protect your personal information.
Carer hit with £6k bill for fraudulent sick pay claims
A Telford carer who fraudulently claimed sick pay while working and running a business has been ordered to repay over £6,000. Read the full story of the deception.
UK Bank Scam Warning After £1 Million Stolen
A sophisticated bank account scam is sweeping the UK, with fraudsters stealing tens of thousands of pounds. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your money from this urgent threat.
Pensioners warned as Winter Fuel scams surge 150%
The DWP urges nine million state pensioners to stay vigilant against bank scams as Winter Fuel Payments arrive. Learn how to spot fraud and protect your payment.
Pensioners warned over 'horrible' Winter Fuel Payment scam
State pensioners are being warned about a resurgence of fake DWP and HMRC texts attempting to steal personal data. Learn how to spot the scam and protect vulnerable relatives.
Nationwide warns of scam letters impersonating building society
Nationwide Building Society has issued a warning after customers received suspicious letters promoting fake fixed-rate savings deals. Learn how to spot the scam and protect your details.
Safer first phones for kids as pressure grows in Year Five
UK parents are turning to controlled SIMs like ParentShield for children's first phones, balancing independence with safety amid new online laws and peer pressure. Discover the smart alternative.
Is Charging Your Phone Overnight Safe? Experts Explain
Which? experts say modern smartphones handle overnight charging well, but London Fire Brigade warns of fire risks from improper practices. Learn how to charge safely.
Mobile user overpaid £468 a year in contract trap
A UK mobile user discovered he was overpaying by £468 annually after his contract ended. Ofcom warns millions are in the same boat. Learn how to check your bill and switch to save.
Drivers face court and bans for phone use at wheel
UK drivers, especially under-25s, are increasingly using handheld phones while driving, risking six points, £200 fines, and court-imposed driving bans. The RAC warns of a 'concerning increase'.
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