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Mother jailed for faking cancer to scam friends £45k

A 44-year-old married mother has been sentenced to 20 months in prison at Isleworth Crown Court after admitting to a cruel fraud where she pretended to have terminal cancer to con her friends out of £45,000.

Students lose £15m in sophisticated bank scam

Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.

DWP: Thousands to Miss £299 Cost of Living Payment

Exclusive: New DWP rules mean thousands on certain benefits will NOT receive the final £299 Cost of Living payment due in February. Check if you're affected and what to do if you're not eligible.

DWP Winter Fuel Warning: Act Now or Miss £600

The Department for Work and Pensions issues an urgent alert to elderly Brits. Thousands could miss out on vital winter heating payments if they don't check their eligibility and bank details immediately. Here's what you need to know to secure your support

DWP Sends Vital Cost of Living Letters to Millions

The Department for Work and Pensions is dispatching essential notifications to millions of households regarding vital financial support. Here's what you need to know about the upcoming payments and eligibility criteria.

DWP Christmas Bonus 2025: Payment Guide

Everything you need to know about the UK's tax-free £10 DWP Christmas Bonus for 2025. Check if you're eligible, when you'll be paid, and which benefits qualify you for the extra cash.

Trump Slapped with £328m Fine in NY Fraud Case

New York's Attorney General Letitia James slams former President Donald Trump with a colossal £328 million penalty for decades of systemic financial fraud, marking a seismic legal and financial blow.

Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Full Guide to DWP Support

Everything you need to know about the tax-free Winter Fuel Payment for winter 2024/25. Check if you're eligible, find out exactly how much you'll get, and see the key payment dates from the DWP.

DWP confirms final £299 Cost of Living Payment date

The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the payment window for the last £299 Cost of Living support instalment. Find out if you're eligible and when to expect the crucial financial aid.

UK Alert: 6 Dangerous Scams Targeting Your Family

Exclusive guide to the six most dangerous financial scams circulating in the UK. Learn how to protect yourself and vulnerable loved ones from sophisticated fraudsters. Essential reading for every household.

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.

700,000 miss out on £1.7bn in winter benefits

Hundreds of thousands of vulnerable households are failing to claim crucial Cold Weather Payments and other vital benefits, leaving a staggering £1.7 billion in support unclaimed. Experts urge eligible individuals to act now as energy costs soar.

AI Voice Cloning Scams Sweep UK: How to Protect Yourself

Exclusive: A shocking new wave of AI-powered voice cloning scams is sweeping the nation, with criminals using deepfake technology to impersonate loved ones. Experts warn this sophisticated fraud is 'here to stay' as cases surge. Learn the red flags and ho

DWP £560 Disability Cost of Living Payment Confirmed

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the rollout of a vital £560 cost of living payment for millions on disability benefits. Here's everything you need to know about eligibility and payment dates.

DWP confirms £299 Cost of Living Payment date

The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the payment window for the final £299 Cost of Living support. Millions of eligible households across Great Britain to receive crucial financial help between February 6-22.

DWP Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Key Details Revealed

The DWP has issued crucial new details for the Winter Fuel Payment. Find out if you're eligible, the exact payment amounts, and the all-important dates for 2024 to help with your energy bills.

Sept 2025 Benefit Payment Dates Revealed

Essential guide to when DWP benefits including Universal Credit, State Pension, and PIP will be paid in September 2025. Plan your finances around the bank holiday disruption.

£299 Cost of Living Payment: Full Guide & Dates

Millions of households across Great Britain are set to receive a crucial £299 payment from the DWP. Here's who qualifies, when to expect it, and what to do if your payment doesn't arrive.

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