DVLA QR Code Parking Fine Scam Targets UK Drivers
UK motorists are being targeted by a sophisticated new text message scam impersonating the DVLA and demanding payment for fake parking fines. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
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Halifax to Shut 13 Branches in UK Shake-Up
Halifax confirms 13 more bank branches will permanently close by early 2025, dealing another blow to the UK's struggling high streets. See the full list of affected locations and dates.
Elderly woman scammed by fake astronaut in 'oxygen' con
A cruel love scammer posing as a NASA astronaut conned a vulnerable elderly woman into sending thousands of pounds for 'emergency oxygen' for his spaceship. The sophisticated fraud preys on the lonely.
HSBC ordered to repay £50k after pensioner scam failure
A retired NHS nurse from London lost her entire life savings in an authorised push payment scam. The Financial Ombudsman Service has now ruled HSBC must refund Katrina Harrison £50,000 after the bank's security systems failed to prevent the fraud.
UK Bank Shares Plunge on Budget Windfall Tax Reports
UK banking stocks suffered a dramatic sell-off following reports that Rachel Reeves is considering a new windfall tax on lenders in the upcoming autumn budget. The proposal, aimed at funding national priorities, sent shockwaves through the financial secto
French actress loses £7m in fake aristocrat yacht scam
A celebrated French actress has been allegedly defrauded of millions by a conman posing as an Irish aristocrat in a sophisticated luxury yacht investment scam, exposing a web of deceit and false promises.
Grandma's Toyboy Romance Exposed as £300k Catfish Scam
A British grandmother's dream romance with a younger man turned into a nightmare after she discovered he was a fake, conning her out of her life savings in an elaborate catfishing scheme.
Vinted Designer Bag Scam: Seller Left With Nothing
A UK seller shares her devastating story of selling a luxury designer bag on Vinted, only to be left empty-handed after a sophisticated buyer scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.
58-Day Bank Holiday Drought Until Next Day Off
Brits face a mammoth 58-day wait for the next Bank Holiday after the late May break. Discover the exact date and how to plan for the long stretch.
Sophisticated LinkedIn CV Writing Scam Exposed
A sophisticated new scam is exploiting job seekers on LinkedIn, using fake profiles and AI to sell fraudulent CV writing services. Here's how to protect yourself.
Elderly Surrey woman loses £1,700 life savings in courier scam
A vulnerable 84-year-old woman from Surrey was conned out of her entire savings by sophisticated fraudsters posing as police officers in a devastating courier scam that highlights the rising threat to elderly residents.
Man uses Babe Ruth's name in baseball card scam, charged
A Tennessee man faces criminal charges after allegedly using the iconic name of baseball legend Babe Ruth to scam a victim in a fraudulent memorabilia deal, exposing a sophisticated identity theft operation.
Lloyds Slashes Free Overdraft Buffer to £50
Lloyds Banking Group is dramatically reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £300 to just £50 for millions of customers from November, a move experts warn will hit struggling households hardest.
NatWest & Halifax Shut 39 Bank Branches
Major banking giants NatWest and Halifax announce the closure of 39 UK branches in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to online banking. Full list of affected locations and what it means for customers.
DWP Alert: 7 Million At Risk From New Benefit Scam
The Department for Work and Pensions issues an urgent warning as sophisticated fraudsters target benefit claimants. Learn the red flags to protect your money.
UK Bank Holidays 2025: Your Complete Guide
Plan your year ahead! Here is the full, confirmed list of 2025 bank holidays for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, including key dates for your diary.
New Timeshare Scam Warning for British Holidaymakers
British tourists are being targeted by a sophisticated new timeshare scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money and personal information from fraudsters.
Fake 'Closing Down Sale' Scam Targeting UK Shoppers Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated 'closing down sale' scams on social media, with fake ads from counterfeit brands tricking Brits out of thousands. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect your money.
Bank Holiday Travel Warning: Avoid These 3 Mistakes
Expert reveals the three common bank holiday travel blunders that could leave you stranded and out of pocket. Discover how to avoid the traffic nightmare and save your long weekend.
UK Bank Holiday Weather: Sun & Showers Forecast
Get the latest Met Office forecast for the Late May Bank Holiday weekend. Discover which UK counties will bask in sunshine and which should keep an umbrella handy.
Brit kidnapped in US after fake crypto job interview
A British man was brutally kidnapped and tortured in the US after being tricked into a fake cryptocurrency job interview. This is the shocking story of a sophisticated transatlantic trap.
Man admits murder in Lloyds Bank stabbing case
A man has pleaded guilty to the brutal murder of a respected restaurant owner, stabbed to death outside a Lloyds Bank branch in a shocking daytime attack that has left a community in mourning.
Lloyds Manager Jailed for £2.4m Elderly Fraud
A former Lloyds Bank manager from Derby has been sentenced to prison after orchestrating a sophisticated fraud, stealing £2.4 million from elderly and vulnerable customers over a seven-year period.
August Bank Holiday 2025: Full Opening Hours Guide
Your complete guide to August Bank Holiday 2025 trading hours. Find out when major supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's will be open, plus pub hours and which shops will be trading.
'Phantom' Parcel Delivery Scam Warning For UK Households
UK households are being targeted by a sophisticated 'phantom delivery' SMS scam. Royal Mail and Action Fraud issue urgent warning as criminals steal personal and financial details.
Tesco August Bank Holiday 2025 Opening Hours Guide
Plan your August Bank Holiday 2025 shopping with our complete guide to Tesco's opening hours. Find out when your local Tesco Extra, Superstore, and Express will be open or closed.
DWP scam warning: Fraudsters target benefit claimants
The DWP has issued an urgent warning about a sophisticated scam targeting benefit claimants. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
Lloyds Bank offers 6.25% savings rate
Lloyds Bank has introduced a new savings account offering an impressive 6.25% interest rate. Find out if this limited-time deal is the right move for your money.
Cinderella Scam: Drugged via breasts, robbed unconscious
A shocking new scam involves women luring victims into licking drug-laced breasts before robbing them. One victim recounts waking up stripped of valuables worth thousands.
Wheelchair scam leaves Gold Coast woman $1,700 poorer
A paraplegic woman from the Gold Coast was conned out of $1,700 in a fraudulent Facebook Marketplace deal for a wheelchair. Police are investigating the heartless scam.
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