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Reform UK Council Leader Probed Over Racist Posts

Staffordshire County Council leader Ian Cooper is under urgent investigation by Reform UK after allegations of racist and bigoted social media comments. Anti-racism group Hope Not Hate published the claims.

Virgin Media hit with record £23.8m Ofcom fine

Ofcom issues its largest fine of the year to Virgin Media for putting vulnerable telecare customers at risk during the digital landline switch. Full details on the regulator's action.

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.

NHS Doctor Warns of Rising Medical Scams

BBC's Dr Punam Krishan warns about a surge in fake GP calls, AI doctor deepfakes and fraudulent online pharmacies. Learn how to protect yourself from these health scams.

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.

Martin Lewis: Dial 159 to Stop Bank Scams

Money expert Martin Lewis urges UK bank customers to dial 159 to verify callers from their bank. This simple step helps prevent fraud by connecting you directly to your bank's legitimate switchboard.

Nationwide's New Campaign for 18-34 Year Olds

Nationwide Building Society partners with Mail Metro Media on an omnichannel campaign, sponsoring a new podcast and TikTok content to engage younger audiences on spending habits.

HMRC clamps down on social media tax evasion

HMRC is intensifying scrutiny of UK social media accounts, targeting influencers and content creators for undeclared income. Tax experts warn of substantial fines for non-compliance. Learn how to stay compliant.

UK Black Friday Spend Hits £299 Average

UK households are set to spend an average of £299 this Black Friday weekend, with total spending predicted to reach nearly £14 billion. Experts warn shoppers to budget wisely and guard against online scams.

UK Black Friday Scam Warning: Stay Vigilant

Cybersecurity experts issue urgent warning as UK online scams surge ahead of Black Friday. Learn how to protect your personal data and avoid sophisticated phishing attacks.

UK Black Friday Scams Warning: 5 Key Threats

UK households warned as Black Friday scam searches surge by 37%. Cybersecurity experts reveal 5 major fraud tactics and how to protect yourself during the sales.

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.

UK Motorways Get Major Connectivity Upgrade

Virgin Media O2 has enhanced mobile coverage on over 40 UK motorways, including the M1 and M25, to boost EV adoption and improve driver safety. #EV #Connectivity

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