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Sports stars targeted in elite school admission scam

A sophisticated fraudster exploited the prestige of top private schools in a brazen scam targeting wealthy sports professionals and their families, promising educational access that never materialised.

Syrian pensioner wins UK immigration appeal

A 76-year-old Syrian man has won his appeal to stay in Britain after immigration judges recognised his integration and the care he's received from the NHS and British public.

Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners

Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.

Carer jailed for fleecing £300k from pensioner

A so-called carer who systematically drained an elderly woman's life savings of £300,000 while pretending to be her friend has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of elder abuse.

Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targets UK Pensioners

UK pensioners are being warned about sophisticated text message scams impersonating DWP and HMRC, attempting to steal personal and financial information through fake Winter Fuel Payment offers.

Pensioner 'sucker punched' in Poundbury smell dispute

An 83-year-old man was violently assaulted by his neighbour in an upmarket Poundbury village over a long-running smell complaint, with the court hearing how the victim was 'sucker punched' while his husband pointed a walking stick like a rifle.

Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Claim Up to £600

Essential guide to the Winter Fuel Payment and Cold Weather Payment schemes - discover if you're eligible for up to £600 to help with heating bills this winter.

Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Exact Dates Confirmed

The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the payment schedule for Winter Fuel Payments and Pensioner Cost of Living support. Discover when you'll receive up to £600 to help with heating bills this winter.

Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Dates & Amounts

Everything you need to know about Winter Fuel Payments for 2024-25 - including who qualifies, how much you'll get, and when payments will hit bank accounts as heating costs remain high.

Russia targets UK military in major cyber attack campaign

Exclusive intelligence reveals Russian hackers are systematically targeting British military personnel and civil servants in a sophisticated cyber espionage operation designed to steal sensitive information and compromise national security.

Pensioner dies in inheritance feud with stepson

A 74-year-old man died following a physical altercation with his stepson during a bitter argument about a cottage inheritance from his late wife, a court hears in tragic case.

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