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.
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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.
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 demands £5,000 from mum for five years over name
A mother from Belle Vale has been pursued by the DWP for £5,444.19 for five years due to a case of mistaken identity, causing immense stress. Discover the full story and the DWP's response.
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The DWP has saved £4.4 million using machine learning to tackle benefit fraud, but the NAO warns outdated IT systems are a major limitation.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.
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.
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.
Fire TV Stick Crackdown: Knock at the Door Warning
UK households with 'dodgy' Amazon Fire TV Sticks face home visits and £1,000 fines in a new crackdown on illegal streaming. Learn the risks and Amazon's new security measures.
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.
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.
9 areas in illegal streaming crackdown before Christmas
FACT and Sky target 15 shops across Ireland in latest illegal streaming crackdown. Discover the full list of areas and the risks of using 'dodgy firesticks'.
HMRC's marriage tax trap costs couples thousands
Millions of married couples across the UK risk unexpected tax bills as HMRC launches fresh compliance checks on Marriage Allowance claims. Discover if you're affected and how to protect your finances.
Police crackdown on illegal street racing in West Midlands
Police forces across the West Midlands launch coordinated offensive against dangerous street racing, deploying ANPR technology and increased patrols to combat nuisance drivers.
HMRC investigates 13,000 self-employed in tax crackdown
Thousands of self-employed Britons face HMRC investigations as the tax authority ramps up compliance checks amid cost of living pressures. Discover what's triggering these probes and how to protect yourself.
NS&I warns Premium Bond holders about text scams
National Savings and Investments warns Premium Bond holders about sophisticated text scams targeting their savings. Learn how to protect your money from fraudsters.
Premium Bonds scam: NS&I warns of fake text messages
NS&I issues urgent warning as Premium Bonds holders targeted by sophisticated text scam. Learn how to spot fake messages and protect your savings from fraudsters.
Lloyds Bank Urgent Scam Warning - Don't Get Caught
Lloyds Banking Group issues urgent warning about sophisticated bank card scam sweeping the UK, with victims losing £1,000 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from this growing threat.
DWP warning letters sent to state pensioners
Thousands of state pensioners are receiving urgent letters from the DWP about potential overpayments. Discover what this means for your payments and how to respond.
Birmingham cracks down on Blue Badge fraudsters
Birmingham City Council launches major crackdown on drivers illegally using disabled parking badges, with enforcement officers patrolling city streets to catch fraudsters exploiting the system.
DWP clawback leaves grandma with just 13p payment
A Birmingham grandmother reveals how a DWP Universal Credit overpayment clawback left her with just 13p after working extra hours, sparking outrage over the system's fairness.
State Pension Scam: Cost of Living Payment Warning
UK state pensioners are being targeted by sophisticated scammers offering fake 'cost of living payments' - here's how to protect your money from fraudsters.
DWP gains power to check benefit claimants' bank accounts
The Department for Work and Pensions gains sweeping new authority to monitor bank accounts of benefit claimants in major fraud prevention drive targeting Universal Credit and other payments.
DWP Bank Account Checks: New Powers Explained
Millions of benefit claimants face increased financial scrutiny as new DWP powers allow regular bank account checks to combat fraud. Here's how it could affect you.
DWP's New Anti-Fraud Powers Revealed
Major government crackdown on benefit fraud revealed as DWP gains sweeping new investigation powers affecting millions of claimants. Find out how these changes could impact you.
Police Launch Night-Time Driving Safety Crackdown
Police forces across the UK are launching an intensive crackdown on dangerous night-time driving, targeting speeding, drink and drug driving, and mobile phone use during high-risk hours.
DWP Bank Account Surveillance Begins
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched sweeping new powers to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in real-time. Discover how this affects millions receiving Universal Credit, PIP, and state pension.
DWP's New Bank Account Monitoring Powers Explained
The Department for Work and Pensions is implementing sweeping new powers to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in a major fraud prevention drive. Discover what this means for millions across the UK.
Birmingham's fly-tipping crackdown: £300 instant fines
Birmingham City Council launches tough new crackdown on illegal dumping with immediate £300 penalties and enhanced surveillance across problem areas.
Police crackdown on dangerous off-road bikers
Police forces across the West Midlands are launching a major crackdown on illegal off-road biking, with new powers to seize vehicles and arrest riders causing havoc in communities.
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