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SCAM Detection / Prevention & Risk Assessment

Fraud Statistics in the UK

Understanding the scale of fraud helps us protect ourselves and others.

These figures highlight why vigilance is essential.

£1 Trillion
Global Problem
£11.4 Billion
UK Lost to scam/fraud
9 Million
People were scammed
1 in 3
Adults are targetted

Well Known Types of Scams

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Banks may contact you, but never share passwords, PINs, full security details, or one-time codes by phone, email, letter, or text. If asked to “verify” anything, stop immediately. Use the number on your card or banking app to contact your bank yourself.

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