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Scam warning: fake Clarks Shoes websites

George Martin

We’ve been made aware of fake adverts for Clarks Shoes circulating on Facebook. Here’s what you need to keep an eye out for to avoid being scammed.

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Scam watch: beware suspect caller requests

Faye Lipson

A suspicious phone call followed a halted bank transfer for this member of the public. Here’s why you should always be wary of unexpected contact.

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Scam alert: fake Currys PC World Facebook page

Hannah Downes

A scam Currys PC World page claims it’s giving away Samsung TVs for free, but the page is fake and just wants to draw you in – here’s why.

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by Alex Smith on 17 June 2020

How can we stand together against scams?

Every year Citizens Advice runs Scams Awareness Fortnight with the Consumer Protection Partnership. Our guest explains how organisations are taking a stand together.

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by George Martin on 15 June 2020

Scam warning: fake Clarks Shoes websites

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by Kim Kaveh on 12 June 2020

How might a COVID-19 recession affect the UK?

The coronavirus pandemic is expected to trigger a significantly deep recession. How could it affect your finances, and when might the economy recover?

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Scam watch: beware suspect caller requests

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by Lubaina Manji on 10 June 2020

Are COVID-19 money worries driving mental health concerns?

With the pandemic continuing to take its toll, Lubaina Manji from Nesta Challenges discusses the impact of money worries on people’s mental health.

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