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.
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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.
Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.
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.
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.
NatWest Warning: Banking Habit Could Make You Vulnerable
NatWest issues urgent warning to customers about common banking behaviour that's putting millions at risk of sophisticated scams - are you making this mistake?
Boots and TK Maxx issue urgent scam warning to shoppers
Major high street retailers Boots and TK Maxx alert customers about sophisticated new scam tactics targeting shoppers across the UK. Learn how to protect yourself from these convincing fake messages.
Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans
The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.
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.
DVLA's 24/7 scam warning to all UK drivers
The DVLA has issued a critical round-the-clock alert to all UK drivers about vehicle tax scams that could leave motorists hundreds of pounds out of pocket. Discover how to protect yourself from fraudulent websites.
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.
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.
HMRC Warning: Fake Tax Refund Scam Calls Exposed
HMRC has issued an urgent warning about sophisticated phone scams where fraudsters impersonate tax officials to steal personal and financial information. Learn how to spot these fake calls and protect yourself.
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.
Elderly couple scammed by fake police officer
West Midlands Police issue urgent warning after criminals posing as officers steal life savings from vulnerable residents in convincing courier fraud scheme
Lloyds Bank Urgent Scam Warning - Protect Your Money
Lloyds Bank warns customers of sophisticated new scams as fraudsters exploit cost-of-living pressures. Learn how to spot the warning signs and protect your savings.
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.
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.
Bank Scam Warning: Customer Loses £1,600 in Text Fraud
Coventry Building Society issues urgent warning about sophisticated bank text scam that's already cost one woman £1,600. Learn how to protect your money from this convincing fraud.
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 bank card thief hunted in police CCTV appeal
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of suspect wanted for stealing bank card and making fraudulent purchases across Birmingham city centre.
Asylum seeker's £400 taxi nightmare ends in court
An Iranian asylum seeker paid £400 for a taxi from Coventry to London only to be abandoned in Wolverhampton, leading to a court case that exposes transport exploitation.
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