Scams

Among the many difficulties the Covid pandemic has caused, it has provided an opportunity for scammers to target vulnerable people and get hold of people’s money.

West Scotland MSP Jamie Greene has warned Largs and Millport residents not to fall victim to a covid-19 vaccine scams.

RESIDENTS across the Wee County are being warned to remain vigilant after heartless scammers have targeted those waiting for the coronavirus vaccination.

PREMIUM BONDS savers have the ability to hold between £25 and £50,000 per person via this form of saving with NS&I, and as such, the risk of falling victim to a scam will be something many want to watch out for.

https://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/1378529/premium-bonds-nsi-nsandi-scam-bank-details-safe-security

Action Fraud is warning the public to remain vigilant as criminals begin to take advantage of the roll out of the COVID-19 vaccine to commit fraud.

Coronavirus vaccination scams are emerging as a significant fraud threat to consumers, according to a major bank.

Natwest have issued an urgent scam warning to customers after fraudsters have attempted to steal personal and financial information from customers.

A wave of scam text messages are being received across the UK, potentially duping people into giving up their card details in order to claim a non-existent government grant.

A dangerous fake NHS text has been circulating, telling people they’re eligible to apply for the COVID-19 vaccine. Here’s what it looks like.

Ruth Jackson-Kirby outlines some of the worst new scams to watch out for this year.  No-one loves a crisis quite like a conman. The scammers have been out in force this year. In 2019, criminals stole more than £1.2bn through scams and fraud, according to UK Finance. This year the figure will be far higher. Scams have soared as criminals take advantage of rising online shopping and more people using internet banking than ever before.