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.
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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.
TV Licence to exceed £180 for first time in 2026
Millions of UK households face a new TV Licence hike in 2026, pushing the annual cost above £180. The rise, linked to inflation, could see more people cancelling. Read the full details.
DWP Universal Credit 'five-week trick' helps payments last
A little-known timing strategy for claiming Universal Credit can align payments with your payday, simplifying budgeting. Learn the trick and expert advice on managing the five-week wait.
Pensioners can get free TV Licence with one call
Older pensioners on low incomes can eliminate their £180 BBC TV Licence fee by claiming Pension Credit. The DWP says the application takes just 16 minutes on average.
Virgin Money Club M account fee rises to £14
Virgin Money is increasing the monthly fee for its Club M packaged current account by £1.50 to £14 from February 2026. Find out what the change means for your banking costs and included benefits.
Carer scams friend with MS out of £5,000 in cruel fraud
A carer from Retford who fraudulently used a friend's mobility car for 41,800 miles and stole over £5,000 has received a suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Angry Ginge's £100k I'm A Celeb Fee Revealed
Social media star Angry Ginge was reportedly paid £100,000 for I'm A Celebrity 2025. Discover his fee, future earnings forecast, and his key role in the show's success.
Aitch's £250k I'm A Celeb Fee & Sister Tribute
Rapper Aitch was paid £250,000 for I'm A Celebrity 2025, making him the highest-paid star. Discover his heartfelt reason for joining: raising awareness for Down syndrome.
DWP Warning Over State Pensioner Text Scam
UK state pensioners are warned about a sophisticated text scam impersonating DWP Winter Fuel Payments. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect your finances.
Lloyds Bank warns of £1,420 job scams
Lloyds Bank issues an urgent warning as jobseekers lose £1,420 on average to 'advance fee' scams promising remote work. Learn how to protect yourself.
Martin Lewis Urges Use of 159 Anti-Scam Number
Martin Lewis urges all UK bank customers to remember 159, a secure 3-digit number to verify your bank and stop fraudsters. Learn how this essential tool protects you.
Ghost Broking Epidemic Sweeps UK Drivers
Young drivers are losing £2,000 on average to fake car insurance sold on social media. Learn how to spot this scam and protect yourself from prosecution.
Santander issues £120 scam warning to customers
Santander warns of a 143% surge in weight loss injection scams, with customers losing £120 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from social media fraud.
BT, Vodafone, EE, O2 to block scam calls by 2026
Major UK mobile providers pledge to eliminate number spoofing by 2026, implementing new call tracing technology to protect millions from fraud. Learn how this affects you.
BBC licence fee to hit £200 as cancellations soar
The BBC licence fee is projected to reach £197 by 2030, while over a million households stop paying. Discover the funding crisis facing the national broadcaster.
1 Million Stop Paying BBC TV Licence Before £197 Fee
Over a million people have cancelled their BBC TV licence as the fee is forecast to rise to nearly £200. Discover why viewers are abandoning the service and the financial impact on the broadcaster.
Midlands Police Day of Action on Road Safety
West Midlands Police launch a major day of action targeting dangerous and uninsured drivers. The operation involves drones, police dogs, and multi-agency teams to improve road safety.
Santander warns 3 in 4 over fake AI ad risk
Santander warns 74% of customers can't spot fake AI social media ads, risking bank account wipeouts. Learn the signs to protect yourself this Christmas.
BBC Licence Fee Rise Could Be Blocked by Government
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy may block the annual BBC TV licence fee increase amid an impartiality crisis. Will the £174.50 charge rise in April? Read the latest.
Fire Stick Fraud: £1,700 Bank Theft Risk
A fake 'Amazon Fire Stick' scam is putting UK users at risk of fraud, with victims losing nearly £1,700 on average. Learn how to protect your bank details from cybercriminals.
Warning over 'horrible' winter fuel payment scam
UK state pensioners are being targeted by a resurgent Winter Fuel Payment text scam. Experts warn this 'horrible' fraud aims to steal personal data. Learn how to protect yourself.
HMRC sends £2,500 tax refund to fraudster
A UK taxpayer is wrongly pursued for a £2,500 debt after HMRC paid their tax refund to an impersonator. Learn how to protect yourself from tax refund scams.
Get a DWP Budgeting Advance up to £812
Households on Universal Credit and four other benefits could be eligible for a one-off DWP Budgeting Advance of up to £812 for emergency costs. Check your eligibility now.
New Ofcom Rules to Block Text Scams Protect UK Users
Ofcom announces new rules requiring mobile providers to block scam messages and protect UK consumers from devastating text fraud. Learn how to stay safe.
Barclays warns of Black Friday AI scam threat
Barclays warns customers of sophisticated AI scams ahead of Black Friday. Gen Z most fearful, with 75% believing AI makes scams harder to spot. Learn how to stay safe.
Cowboy Builders Jailed for £86k Elderly Scam
Rogue builders William and Joseph Smith conned elderly victims out of £86,000 for shoddy roofing work, spending proceeds on Dubai holidays and Rolex watches. Learn how to protect yourself from similar scams.
Former Walsall Tory Councillor Joins Advance UK Party
Former Conservative councillor Jade Chapman defects to right-wing Advance UK, claiming British people are 'pushed to the back of the queue'. Read the full story.
DWP Warning Over New Energy Bill Scam Targeting Households
The DWP warns of a new energy bill scam targeting Warm Home Discount recipients. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect your personal information. Stay vigilant!
Pensioners Warned of Winter Fuel Payment Scams
Over 9 million UK pensioners are receiving Winter Fuel Payments. Authorities urge vigilance against scams and reveal how to report suspicious texts using the 7726 code.
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