800 Dangerous Products Found on UK Online Marketplaces
Consumer champion Which? identifies nearly 800 unsafe products still sold on Amazon, eBay and Shein despite safety alerts. 8.8 million consumers may have experienced harm.
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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.
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.
Asda £10 off code for 60,000 shoppers
Asda shoppers can save £10 on online shops over £50 using code ASDA10OFF. The first-come, first-served offer ends December 4. Claim now!
Booking.com and hotel chains have ads banned
Booking.com, Accor, Travelodge and Hilton face advertising bans for misleading room price claims. The ASA found 'from' prices overstated availability.
Vinted's new UK-US rule with no opt-out
Vinted is linking UK and US users from December 3, expanding marketplace options. Discover the new rules, currency details, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
Man sold lethal chemical online for £100
Miles Cross admitted encouraging suicide by selling a lethal chemical for £100. Two people died. He will be sentenced in January. Read the full story.
Lloyds Bank customers claim £2m in chargebacks
Lloyds Bank customers have reclaimed £2 million via chargebacks this year. The bank urges vigilance against festive scams and explains how to claim under Section 75.
CMA investigates 8 UK retailers over online pricing
The Competition and Markets Authority launches investigations into StubHub, Viagogo, and six other major UK retailers over misleading online pricing and pressure selling tactics. Discover if your consumer rights are being violated.
CMA investigates 8 firms over online pricing practices
The UK competition watchdog launches investigations into eight companies, including StubHub and Marks Electrical, over misleading online pricing and sales tactics. Discover how this action aims to protect consumers.
Pieminister closes online shop ahead of Black Friday
UK pie chain Pieminister is temporarily shutting its online store before Black Friday to prevent delivery problems and food waste. Orders resume from December 2.
DWP Warning Over New Energy Bill Scam Targeting Households
The DWP warns of a new energy bill scam targeting Warm Home Discount recipients. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect your personal information. Stay vigilant!
Pensioners Warned of Winter Fuel Payment Scams
Over 9 million UK pensioners are receiving Winter Fuel Payments. Authorities urge vigilance against scams and reveal how to report suspicious texts using the 7726 code.
Winter Fuel Payment Scam Alert for Pensioners
Fraudsters are targeting pensioners with fake Winter Fuel Payment texts. Learn the red flags and how to protect your bank details. Report suspicious messages to 7726.
Kelly Brook's plea to I'm A Celeb viewers on body image
Kelly Brook makes heartfelt appeal to I'm A Celebrity viewers about body acceptance after online abuse. Read her powerful message about embracing her curves at 46.
Coronation Street star responds to cruel tattoo remark
Coronation Street actress Georgia Taylor claps back at online troll who mocked her new floral tattoo. Discover her defiant response and fan support.
Warning over 'crash for cash' moped insurance scam
Drivers are at greater risk from a 'crash for cash' insurance scam sweeping the UK. Learn how to protect your details and report fraud. Stay safe on the roads.
Council blasts 'keyboard warriors' over hate
A parish council clerk hits back at online bullies after the council chairman was falsely accused of phone use at a Remembrance service. Read the full story.
Vintage doll's epic 4,490-mile journey for hospice
A rare My Girl Doll donated to Sobell House Hospice Charity took a 4,490-mile detour via the USA before reaching Italy. Manager Jay Boydon's persistence secured the £310 sale, funding vital hospice care. Support their work.
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.
West Midlands online grooming crimes more than double
A stunned Midlands parent reveals their shock after their child was groomed online, as new figures show such crimes have more than doubled across the region.
Online Grooming Crimes Double in West Midlands
Shocking new data reveals online grooming crimes have more than doubled in the West Midlands, with children as young as four targeted. The NSPCC demands urgent action from tech giants.
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.
New UK Cyber Security Bill Targets £15bn Online Crime
The UK government introduces a landmark cyber security bill to protect critical infrastructure from attacks costing the economy £15bn annually. Learn how this affects businesses.
Kelly Osbourne targeted with abuse after dad's death
Kelly Osbourne reveals horrific online trolling she received following the death of her father, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. See the shocking messages and her response.
Self-employed face £100 HMRC fine in 100-day warning
HMRC warns self-employed workers have 100 days until the January 31 Self Assessment deadline. File your tax return early to avoid penalties starting at £100 and escalating quickly.
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.
Black Friday scam warning for UK shoppers
Experts warn of rising Black Friday scams as UK shoppers prepare to spend £14 billion. Learn the red flags to protect your money and shop safely this season.
Vinted's new sizing update causes user chaos
Vinted's automatic sizing update is causing confusion for UK buyers and sellers. Shoppers are urged to check measurements carefully to avoid ordering the wrong size.
Matalan Ends Online Returns in Major Policy Shift
In a bold retail shake-up, fashion giant Matalan announces it will stop accepting returns for online purchases, joining a growing industry trend to cut costs and reduce environmental impact.
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