Council stops £750k right-to-buy fraud attempt
Sandwell Council prevented a £750,000 right-to-buy scam as tenants rushed to beat a discount deadline. Discover how the council protected public funds and housing stock.
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Birmingham man convicted of neighbour's murder
Diogo Bettencourt found guilty of murdering Anthony Sharma in Erdington before fraudulently using his bank card. Read the full shocking details of this callous crime.
Free bus pass times could change after government update
The government confirms councils have funding to let free bus pass holders travel before 9:30am. Find out how this could help pensioners and disabled people with early appointments and work.
DWP pursues £763 debt from identity theft victim
A Birmingham woman fought the DWP for months after criminals fraudulently claimed Universal Credit in her name. Discover how she finally cleared her name after 190 phone calls.
Man in court over £3,000 theft from 90-year-old
Cornel Birzoi, 53, appears at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with fraud and theft targeting elderly men in the Black Country. Follow for live updates.
Lloyds Bank customers claim £2m in chargebacks
Lloyds Bank customers have reclaimed £2 million via chargebacks this year. The bank urges vigilance against festive scams and explains how to claim under Section 75.
Benefits fraudsters jailed in £86k DWP crackdown
Two women convicted of stealing £86,504 in benefits fraud. Discover how the DWP's new zero-tolerance approach is naming and shaming scammers.
DWP's new fraud powers exempt state pension
The DWP gains new powers to deduct money from accounts to combat benefit fraud, with state pensions protected. Learn how these changes affect you and when they begin.
Tasting Cliff Richard's Wine on a Solo Algarve Holiday
Join a solo travel group in Portugal's Algarve, tasting Sir Cliff Richard's award-winning wines and exploring Olhao. Discover the perfect holiday for solo travellers.
HMRC told to act on flawed Child Benefit suspensions
MP demands immediate government action as 23,500 families wrongly lose Child Benefit due to flawed travel data. Read the full investigation into this benefits system failure.
DWP saves £4.4m with AI fraud detection
The DWP has saved £4.4 million using machine learning to tackle benefit fraud, but the NAO warns outdated IT systems are a major limitation. Discover the full report.
Cowboy builder leaves Bilston mum with £17k repair bill
A disabled Bilston mum faces daily misery after a cowboy builder botched a crucial home adaptation, leaving her with a leaking ceiling and a £17,000 repair bill. Discover her fight for justice.
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.
UK investment scams surge 55% amid crypto fraud wave
UK households lose £97.7m to investment scams, with crypto fraud rising 55%. Official data reveals social media's role. Learn how to protect your savings now.
Blue badge misuse surges, holders face fines
Blue badge holders are making an illegal mistake that could lead to fines. Discover how misuse is creating a crisis and what it means for disabled parking in the UK.
Two charged in Solihull elderly kidnapping fraud
Two men appear in court charged with kidnapping an 80-year-old woman with dementia and fraud in a bogus workmen scam in Solihull. Police urge vigilance.
DWP: 24 million warned innocent mistakes are fraud
The DWP warns 24 million benefit claimants that failing to report life changes is considered fraud. Learn what changes you must declare to avoid penalties.
Travel agent goes bust, all coach trips cancelled
New Era Travel ceases trading and enters liquidation. All coach day trips are cancelled, but ABTA-protected holidays will proceed. Find out what customers need to know.
Malhotra Group wins £660k from Aviva in fraud case
Newcastle's Malhotra Group secures £660,000 payout from Aviva after High Court dismisses fraud allegations over hotel water damage. Read the full legal victory story.
Christmas Shopping Scams: Nearly Half Ignore Warning Signs
New Mastercard research reveals nearly half of UK shoppers overlook scam warning signs during festive season. Learn how to protect yourself from fraud.
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.
DWP warns pensioners over Winter Fuel Payment scam
The DWP has issued an urgent warning to millions of state pensioners about a sophisticated Winter Fuel Payment text scam. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
Free Bus Travel for a Week in Birmingham Areas
Residents in Moseley, Kings Heath, and other Birmingham wards can claim a week's free bus travel. Apply online by December 1. Leave the car at home this winter!
Three arrests over fake cancer charity fundraiser scam
West Midlands Police crack down on fraudulent fundraiser that exploited community's generosity for fake cancer treatment claims. Three individuals now in custody.
TSB Urgent Scam Alert: Millions Must Act
TSB warns customers about sophisticated new impersonation scams as fraudsters target banking security. Learn how to protect your money from these convincing cons.
Birmingham man charged in leave to remain fraud case
A 33-year-old Birmingham man faces serious charges for allegedly arranging fraudulent leave to remain documents in a major immigration investigation that has rocked the Midlands community.
Hays Travel makes fourth acquisition in two years
Sunderland-based travel giant Hays Travel continues its ambitious expansion strategy with the acquisition of Travel Solutions, adding another key player to its growing portfolio of businesses.
Midlands fraudster's £1.3m bank scam exposed
A sophisticated fraudster from the Midlands has been convicted after orchestrating an elaborate banking scam that nearly netted him £1.3 million. Discover how his complex deception unravelled.
TSB Warning: Cost of Living Scams Target Customers
TSB bank reveals alarming new scam tactics exploiting the cost of living crisis, with fraudsters pretending to offer government support payments to steal savings.
Cash manager jailed for stealing £25k from betting shops
A trusted cash delivery manager who systematically stole £25,000 from West Midlands betting shops has been sentenced to prison in a shocking breach of trust case.
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