The National Trading Standards Scams Team is today launching its ‘FASathon’ 2020. Our guest, Louise Baxter MBE, explains how you can get involved.
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Get involved in the Friends Against Scams ‘FASathon’ 2020
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Scam alert: fake Gymshark Facebook ads
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An advert appearing on Facebook doesn’t mean the retailer behind it is genuine. Here’s why it’s important to do your research before heading to the checkout.
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What’s the emotional impact of an online scam?
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The financial impact of online scams is easy to see, but we don’t talk enough about how else this type of fraud affects us. How do scams impact your behaviour online?
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Monzo spoofing scam: how we helped a victim get their money back
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After an initial plodding response, Monzo refunded a fraud victim in full. Here’s how we helped, and why banks have a responsibility to protect your money.
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Beware scam Green Homes Grant social media adverts
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We first warned about Green Homes Grant scams in July, but fake adverts are continuing to appear. Our guest from Trading Standards Scotland explains what to watch out for.
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Scam warning: British Gas phishing email
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A phishing email purporting to be from British Gas is fraudulently promising customers a ‘refund’ of more than £400. Have you come across it?
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Scam watch: dodgy construction website demands extortionate fees
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Not all third-party sites advertising in search engine results are fraudulent, but you do need to be cautious. Here’s how a member of the public was caught out.
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Scam watch: mystery ‘social score’ payment
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We were contacted when a member of the public spotted unauthorised transactions on their card. But what are these mystery ‘social score’ payments?
Scam watch: pet scams soar during lockdown
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Reports of pet scams in April more than tripled compared with March. Have you seen one? Here’s how they work and what you need to watch out for.
Scam alert: fake O2 invoice SMS
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A convincing fake text message purporting to be from O2 is doing the rounds. Have you received it? Here’s what makes this one particularly dangerous.
Dodgy Lego site disappears after taking orders
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We’re all shopping online more during the pandemic, so it’s important we’re vigilant of scams and fakes. Have you spotted any suspicious websites lately?
Doorstep crime: why we need to be vigilant
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Lockdown restrictions easing may see scammers looking for new ways to take advantage. Have you had a rogue trader knock on your door lately?
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Have you been a victim of a data breach?
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Has your data been compromised in a cyber attack? Have you noticed any fraudulent or suspicious activity as a result? We want to hear about your experiences.
ASA launches scam advert reporting tool
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You can now report scam adverts you spot online to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) – will you be making the most of the new tool?