Birmingham Police Warn of Fake New Year Fireworks Events
West Midlands Police issue a strict warning about non-existent New Year's Eve fireworks displays in Birmingham city centre, urging the public to ignore false social media posts.
West Midlands Police issue a strict warning about non-existent New Year's Eve fireworks displays in Birmingham city centre, urging the public to ignore false social media posts.
Sandwell Council's licensing committee had a tumultuous year, revoking licences for pubs and shops over stabbings, illegal workers, fake vapes, and knives sold to children. Discover the full story.
Nationwide Building Society has issued an urgent scam alert after customers received fraudulent letters promoting fake fixed-rate savings deals. Learn how to spot the warning signs.
Understand your legal rights for returning faulty or unwanted Christmas gifts in the UK. Know the 30-day and 14-day rules, and when shops can refuse.
TikTok star Manny Malik issues urgent warning to Birmingham shopkeepers about fake £20 notes. Learn his three simple tips to spot counterfeits without a machine.
Trading standards and police seized over 54,000 cigarettes and fake perfumes in Wolverhampton raids. Action is now being taken against the businesses involved. Read the full update.
Scammers are using fake texts and emails to exploit festive deliveries. Learn the 7 most common parcel scams and how to protect your money and personal information.
Google issues a serious warning to UK Android users about fake VPN applications containing malware designed to steal personal and financial data. Learn how to protect your device.
Walsall Council seized counterfeit Apple AirPods and other goods worth £150,000 from three stalls at Bescot Market. The operation highlights the ongoing fight against dangerous fake products.
Nationwide Building Society has issued a warning after customers received suspicious letters promoting fake fixed-rate savings deals. Learn how to spot the scam and protect your details.
A major UK-wide operation has raided over 2,700 premises, seizing millions in illegal goods and making 924 arrests. Discover the details of the crackdown on unsafe and counterfeit products.
A man who impersonated a nurse for over four years, earning nearly £173k, has been jailed. He worked in six care homes, putting vulnerable patients at risk. Read the full investigation details.
Wolverhampton Police issue urgent warning about toxic chemicals in counterfeit toys and makeup. Over 80% of fakes fail safety tests, posing serious health risks to children.
BBC's Dr Punam Krishan warns about a surge in fake GP calls, AI doctor deepfakes and fraudulent online pharmacies. Learn how to protect yourself from these health scams.
Young drivers are losing £2,000 on average to fake car insurance sold on social media. Learn how to spot this scam and protect yourself from prosecution.
Santander warns 74% of customers can't spot fake AI social media ads, risking bank account wipeouts. Learn the signs to protect yourself this Christmas.
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.
A family has hailed Dunelm's Charles Bentley 6ft Faux Christmas Tree as the best they've ever owned. Priced at £119, this realistic tree is making a statement in homes across the UK. Discover why it's so popular.
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.
Struggling UK families can get free air fryers, boilers & more via the British Gas Energy Trust's scheme. Find out how to access vital support this winter.
UK deals site Wowcher launches cheeky 'Fake Friday' sale with 20% off all products and experiences, taking on Amazon ahead of Black Friday. Get early Christmas bargains now!
Discover the longest-surviving household goods, from Victorian sewing machines to 1970s microwaves, defying today's throwaway culture and still in daily use.
West Midlands Police arrested a 52-year-old man on Slade Road, Erdington, on suspicion of burglary. Officers seized a television, power tools, and electrical items during Operation Skybridge.
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.
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.
West Midlands Police crack down on fraudulent fundraiser that exploited community's generosity for fake cancer treatment claims. Three individuals now in custody.
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.
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.
A major safety warning has been issued for millions of UK households as faulty kitchen appliances are causing unexpected fires and massive energy bills. Here's how to check if you're at risk.
West Midlands Police issue urgent warning after criminals posing as officers steal life savings from vulnerable residents in convincing courier fraud scheme