DVSA driving test booking system to be improved
The DVSA has confirmed plans to upgrade its legacy online driving test booking system. The move follows a Treasury Committee probe into government IT and fraud costing billions.
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Woman jailed for three years over £105k benefits fraud
Nicola Jewers, 43, defrauded the DWP of over £100,000 in Universal Credit, ESA and Housing Benefit over eight years. She failed to declare her partner was living with her. Read the full story.
HSBC issues urgent warning over ticket fraud scam
HSBC warns UK customers to avoid buying tickets from unofficial sellers after a sharp rise in fraud. Learn how to spot scams and protect your money.
Benefit Fraudster Back on Universal Credit After Prison
Tsvetka Todorova, convicted in the UK's biggest DWP fraud, is receiving benefits again after early release. She vows to fight deportation. Read the full story.
Urgent Warning Over Digital Wallet Fraud in UK
Experts warn UK households of a sophisticated phishing scam targeting Apple Pay and Google Pay. Learn how fraudsters operate and the vital steps to protect your money.
Warning: Bank cards stolen from Apple Pay & Google Pay
UK households warned of sophisticated scam where fraudsters use phishing to steal card details and fund spending sprees via Apple Pay and Google Pay. Experts reveal how to protect yourself.
Money Mule Scams Jump 22%, Young Adults Most at Risk
Barclays issues an urgent warning as money mule scams rise by 22%. Over 207,000 accounts were misused in 2024, with a third of victims aged 22-29. Learn how to protect yourself.
Jailed conman's shocking dating fraud case revealed
A private investigator exposed a fraudster who pretended to be a successful businessman while serving a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated dating scam.
CCTV Appeal After Courier Fraud Victims Tricked
West Midlands Police release CCTV images after victims in Birmingham, Coventry and Sandwell were tricked into handing over cash and bank cards in courier frauds. Can you help?
Woman claimed benefits after £120k inheritance
A 63-year-old from Barry failed to declare a £120,000 inheritance to the DWP, fraudulently claiming over £27,000 in Universal Credit. She received a suspended sentence.
Walsall Council welcomes major three-year funding settlement
Walsall Council's spending power is set to rise by 28.5% over three years under a new government funding settlement. Leader Mike Bird welcomes the 'good news' but warns of ongoing challenges.
Benefit fraud gang to repay just £2m of £54m stolen
A criminal gang behind Britain's largest benefit fraud, stealing £54m, has been ordered to repay just £2m. Read the shocking details of their lavish spending and the ongoing recovery efforts.
Fraudster steals £200K inheritance, flees UK
A woman lost her entire £200,000 inheritance after her boyfriend emptied their joint account and fled to the Middle East. Private investigator Dan Anderson reveals the devastating case.
Ticket Fraud Jumps to £9.7m, 10,000 Victims in 2024
UK concert fans lost £9.7m to ticket scams in 2024, with 10,000 cases reported. Experts warn of fake sites and share crucial red flags to avoid fraud. Learn how to protect yourself.
Benefits fraud gang to repay only £2m of £53m haul
A Bulgarian gang behind the UK's biggest benefits fraud will repay just £2m after moving millions abroad. Five were jailed for 25 years combined. Read the full story.
DWP can now access bank accounts to seize cash
New DWP powers allow direct access to bank accounts to recover benefit overpayments and fraud. The law change aims to save £1.5bn. Find out what it means.
Fisherman jailed for £35k company theft scam
Lewis Collinson, 38, admitted theft after withdrawing £26,700 in cash and selling a company van. He received an 18-month suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
HMRC to Pay 'Thousands' for Tax Fraud Tips
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
Home Office and Evri Issue 'Crucial' Scam Warning
UK households warned as delivery fraud hits record high. Learn how to spot fake texts and emails from scammers impersonating Evri and other couriers. #StopThinkFraud
Lloyds Bank Warns of £1,700 Social Media Ticket Scams
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Warning over 'spray and pay' parcel scam in UK
UK households warned of a 'spray and pay' parcel delivery scam sweeping England. Criminals send fake texts to steal data and bank details. Learn how to protect yourself.
Handyman jailed for stealing £100k from elderly woman
Simon Appleby, 40, stole over £100,000 from a vulnerable Shropshire woman, making the final payment as she lay dying. Read the shocking details of this 'shameful' breach of trust.
Lloyds customers lose £436 each to fraudsters
Lloyds Bank warns of a surge in social media scams, with customers losing an average of £436. Ticket and driving test frauds are on the rise. Learn how to protect yourself.
Lloyds warns of £436 loss in top purchase scams
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Council 'Paralysed' After Mass Resignations
Shirebrook Town Council left unable to function after 11 councillors quit. Bolsover District Council appoints temporary members to restore operations. Read the full story.
Fraud Alert as UK Scraps £100 Contactless Limit
A major UK rule change in March 2026 will remove the £100 contactless cap. Experts warn of a potential £31.3m fraud surge and urge banks to act. Learn how to protect yourself.
DWP worker jailed for £50k Universal Credit fraud
A DWP executive officer exploited Covid rules to approve £50,000 in fake Universal Credit claims. Rafiq Master has been sentenced to 32 months in prison. Read the full story.
Dudley Council's £75.9m funding sparks political debate
Dudley Council is set for a £75.9m three-year finance settlement from the Labour government. While Labour MPs hail a 'turning point', the borough's Conservative leader urges caution, saying 'the devil is in the detail'. Read the full story.
Santander's £2,325 Warning Over Christmas Shopping Scams
Santander UK warns of a sharp rise in sophisticated online purchase scams ahead of Christmas, with average losses per case reaching £2,325. Experts reveal how AI is fuelling the fraud wave.
Barclays: Investment Scams Soar, Targeting Gen Z
Barclays reveals a surge in sophisticated scams, with investment fraud now claiming 47p of every £1 lost. Learn the new tactics and how to protect your money.
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