Scams and fraud

Get help with online scams

You can speak to scam at Citizens Advice, and they will let you know what to do next and support you on the issues you might be facing. 

Find out more at Citizens Advice

Support for scam victims

Every year, millions of people in the UK are scammed – from all walks of life. If you have fallen victim to a scam, it can be devastating. Age UK provides details on what you can do if you are a victim of scams.

Find out more at Age UK

Take Five to stop fraud

Take Five is a national campaign offering straightforward, impartial advice that helps prevent email, phone-based and online fraud. 

Find out more at Take Five

Report a scam

Report a scam to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) if you think you've been contacted by an unauthorised firm or individual trying to scam you. 

Report a scam

Could someone have stolen your identity?

If someone manages to steal your identity, they could open bank accounts, obtain credit cards or loans, take out mobile phone contracts or buy things in your name.

Find out more at Money Helper