Carer scams friend with MS out of £5,000 in cruel fraud
A carer from Retford who fraudulently used a friend's mobility car for 41,800 miles and stole over £5,000 has received a suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
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Couple sub-let council house from 130 miles away
A couple has been sentenced for illegally renting out their Solihull Council property while living in Essex, making nearly £3,000 profit. Read how the fraud was uncovered.
Lloyds Bank warns all customers of fraud risk
Lloyds Bank issues urgent fraud warning ahead of Christmas, extending a scheme that has seized £15m from criminals to fund prevention and victim support.
Ex-Chelsea treasury manager admits £208k fraud
A former Chelsea FC assistant treasury manager has pleaded guilty to defrauding the Premier League club of over £200,000. Claire Walsh will be sentenced at crown court.
UK tourists face £540 charge for Balearic holidays
British tourists could be hit with a £540 charge for Balearic holidays under new tax proposals. The funds would help create affordable housing for locals. Discover how this affects your Spanish getaway.
Travel Expert's Black Friday Deal Warning
A travel specialist reveals how to avoid costly Black Friday travel deal mistakes. Learn to spot hidden fees and secure genuine savings for your next holiday.
7 Essential Christmas Passport Checks for Brits
Travel experts reveal 7 crucial passport checks Brits must complete before Christmas flights. Avoid being turned away at airports with these essential Brexit-era tips.
Black Friday Travel Scam Alert: £11m Lost in 2024
Action Fraud warns holidaymakers as travel scams surge for Black Friday. Protect your money with ATOL checks and credit card payments. Stay safe while booking deals.
Travelodge Black Friday: 30% Off Hotel Stays
Travelodge launches a Black Friday deal with 30% off the cheapest night on stays of two nights or more. Book by December 2nd for travel between Christmas and February.
Birmingham binman faked injury, caught as bouncer
A Birmingham City Council bin worker was forced to resign after being secretly filmed working as a pub bouncer while claiming a work injury left him in a wheelchair.
UK Black Friday Scams Warning: 5 Key Threats
UK households warned as Black Friday scam searches surge by 37%. Cybersecurity experts reveal 5 major fraud tactics and how to protect yourself during the sales.
DWP to seize bank statements in benefit crackdown
New DWP powers will allow seizure of three months' bank statements to combat benefit fraud. Learn how this crackdown affects claimants and the safeguards in place.
DWP begins Universal Credit fraud crackdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights a DWP crackdown on Universal Credit fraud, aiming to save £1.2bn. Claimants are told to gather financial evidence to avoid penalties.
Reeves pledges £1.2bn benefit fraud crackdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to announce £1.2bn savings from benefit fraud crackdown and scrap two-child limit in Autumn Budget. Read the full details.
DWP 'Zero Tolerance' Benefit Fraud Crackdown Begins
The DWP is launching a major new 'zero tolerance' crackdown on benefit fraud, starting in 48 hours. This coincides with the controversial £3bn lifting of the two-child benefit cap. Discover the full story.
Fire Stick Fraud: £1,700 Bank Theft Risk
A fake 'Amazon Fire Stick' scam is putting UK users at risk of fraud, with victims losing nearly £1,700 on average. Learn how to protect your bank details from cybercriminals.
Warning for UK drivers after 7,000 fraud cases
Car insurance experts issue an urgent warning to UK motorists about 'ghost brokers' selling fake policies. Learn how to spot the scam and protect yourself.
DWP claimant fears GCSE lie on CV is fraud
A benefits claimant reveals they lied about a maths GCSE on their CV and now fear committing DWP fraud. Discover the Reddit advice and what constitutes real CV fraud.
Warning over 'horrible' winter fuel payment scam
UK state pensioners are being targeted by a resurgent Winter Fuel Payment text scam. Experts warn this 'horrible' fraud aims to steal personal data. Learn how to protect yourself.
HMRC sends £2,500 tax refund to fraudster
A UK taxpayer is wrongly pursued for a £2,500 debt after HMRC paid their tax refund to an impersonator. Learn how to protect yourself from tax refund scams.
Woman charged with Oasis ticket fraud
Rosie Slater, 32, has been charged with 11 counts of fraud over alleged fake Oasis ticket sales. She is due in court in December. Read the latest on this case and new ticket resale laws.
HMRC stops Child Benefit over flight data error
A woman who booked a flight but never flew had her Child Benefit stopped. HMRC faces a data protection probe over 23,500 similar cases. Discover the fallout.
Contactless travel expands to 50 UK train stations
Major upgrade brings tap-in tap-out travel to 50 stations including Stansted and Southend airports from December 14. No more ticket queues - just use your bank card or phone!
Barclays warns of Black Friday AI scam threat
Barclays warns customers of sophisticated AI scams ahead of Black Friday. Gen Z most fearful, with 75% believing AI makes scams harder to spot. Learn how to stay safe.
DWP to contact benefits claimants' families in crackdown
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
DWP expands bank account checks for benefits
The DWP is introducing new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud, starting with Pension Credit, ESA, and Universal Credit. Experts warn of privacy concerns.
TUI Ambassadors & BSL GCSE Boost UK Accessibility
Hannah Cheetham, a TUI Accessibility Ambassador with cerebral palsy, shares vital travel tips. Plus, a landmark step for British Sign Language as it moves closer to a GCSE qualification.
5 West Midlands Towns Among UK's Most Underrated
Discover the five West Midlands towns named among the UK's 20 most underrated destinations for 2026 by KAYAK. Plan your next staycation now!
Cowboy Builders Jailed for £86k Elderly Scam
Rogue builders William and Joseph Smith conned elderly victims out of £86,000 for shoddy roofing work, spending proceeds on Dubai holidays and Rolex watches. Learn how to protect yourself from similar scams.
DWP bank checks risk 'wrongly flagging' claimants
Experts warn new DWP powers could see Universal Credit, ESA and Pension Credit recipients wrongly flagged for bank account checks. Learn how verification failures may impact you.
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