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Latest industry data shows fall in financial fraud

28th September 2017

Financial fraud losses of £366.4 million in the first half of 2017 were 8 per cent lower year-on-year, figures from UK Finance show.

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Criminals trick you into parting with your money by making you believe that you’re investing with a genuine investment firm. Make sure you check @TheFCA 's register to ensure the firm you’re dealing with is authorised, & only use the contact details listed to make any enquiries. https://t.co/qpi39tez7y

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Be wary of deals/offers that seem too good to be true. Criminals set up fake sites offering ‘cheap travel deals’ which are used to obtain your money & info. Before making any purchases, ensure you do your research by reading reviews of the site you’re buying from. #TakeFive https://t.co/m220TL9diq

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The impact of fraud and scams on businesses can be detrimental. Make sure you keep your organisation safe by implementing the below tips provided by @TakeFive https://t.co/00zvGlrmbm

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Be wary of criminals using spoofing to pretend to be from HMRC, using threatening language & time-pressure to urge people to take immediate action. If you’re asked to provide your personal and financial info following an unexpected call, #Stop & #TakeFive https://t.co/IsoFoTsUZ6

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If you're yet to complete the #Census2021 make sure you do so as soon as possible, otherwise you could receive a visit from a census field officer. It's important to remember that officers will never ask for your personal & financial info or for you to make a payment #TakeFive https://t.co/S4iDv9R3BE

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Criminals are continuing to send fake texts and emails supposedly from the NHS claiming your eligibility to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Remember: the vaccine is free of charge & any approaches that require you to provide your personal/financial details are a scam #TakeFive https://t.co/cI4FN7rkbp

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