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.
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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.
Record penalty points force drivers off UK roads
New DVLA data reveals a 12% surge in driving offences, with motorists aged 35-44 most at risk of losing their licences. Learn how to avoid fines and disqualification.
Over-70s face roadside eyesight tests in police crackdown
Wiltshire Police launch roadside eyesight checks for drivers over 70. Those failing face DVLA referral. Ensure your vision meets legal standards this Christmas.
DVLA: Three medications could ban you from driving
The DVLA may order drivers on opioid painkillers, tranquillisers, or certain antidepressants to avoid driving due to drowsiness risks. Check your medication now.
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.
DVLA diabetes rule change for lorry and bus drivers
New DVLA rules now allow thousands of bus, coach and lorry drivers with diabetes to use continuous glucose monitors, improving safety and management.
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.
Older drivers break DVLA licence renewal rules
An investigation reveals hundreds of motorists over 70 failed to renew their driving licences as required by law. Discover the potential road safety implications and new government plans.
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.
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.
Older drivers lose key vehicle rights at age 70
The DVLA confirms drivers will automatically lose C1 and D1 licence entitlements at 70, affecting heavier vehicles and minibuses. Find out how this impacts retirement plans.
DVLA cancels thousands of driving licences
The DVLA has revoked over 35,000 driving licences in three years due to eyesight concerns. Discover the new safety rules being considered for older drivers.
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.
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.
Survey: Nearly Half of Families Worry About Older Drivers
New IAM RoadSmart survey reveals 46% of UK adults have discussed driving safety with older relatives. Charity calls for licence renewal review as government considers new road safety strategy.
Birmingham ice warning as temperatures hit freezing
An 11-hour Met Office yellow warning for ice and potential snow is in force for Birmingham. Icy patches expected on untreated surfaces. Plan your commute.
Unfit driver jailed after fatal crash kills woman
A 74-year-old man from Rugby has been sentenced to prison after a crash caused by a medical episode killed one woman and seriously injured another. He had ignored doctors' orders to stop driving. 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.
Winter Fuel Payment Scam Alert for Pensioners
Fraudsters are targeting pensioners with fake Winter Fuel Payment texts. Learn the red flags and how to protect your bank details. Report suspicious messages to 7726.
Warning over 'crash for cash' moped insurance scam
Drivers are at greater risk from a 'crash for cash' insurance scam sweeping the UK. Learn how to protect your details and report fraud. Stay safe on the roads.
EV drivers use tax loophole to escape £195 charge
Over 300,000 electric car owners in the UK renewed early with the DVLA, avoiding a new £195 road tax. Discover how the loophole cost the Treasury £30 million.
Storm Claudia: Amber 'Danger to Life' Warning Issued
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for 17 counties as Storm Claudia threatens power cuts and dangerous flooding from Friday. Read the full list of affected areas.
Lidl shoppers warned over £200 fake ad scam
UK households targeted by fake Lidl adverts scamming Brits out of £200. Learn how to spot these purchase scams and protect your money from fraudsters.
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