Fraud & scams
Details of the latest scams in the financial services sector.
What if you're a victim?
04 June 2024
There are many signs of fraud, with some more obvious than others. But what should you do if you think you've been scammed or are a victim of online fraud?
The worrying rise in online financial scams
11 May 2023
We are passionate about preventing consumer harm at FSCS. Here is an update on what we are doing to tackle a growing and particularly toxic threat to consumers: scams.
The ongoing fight against scams
01 February 2022
Sarah Marin talks about the challenges FSCS faces in preventing and reporting scams and why we’re keen to continue collaborating on scam prevention in 2022.
Protecting your financial future
21 August 2020
Low interest rates and market uncertainty during Covid-19 could be unsettling and scammers know that you might be considering your savings and investments.
Stay safe from scammers
03 June 2020
Scammers always look for ways to make you part with your money but it’s easy to stay scam smart, spot fraudsters and keep safe online when claiming with FSCS.
Top 5 financial & bank scams in the UK
06 September 2019
Financial scams can come in all forms. Protect your money by learning more about the top 5 financial and bank scams in the UK.
Beaufort clients warned of potential scam
08 February 2019
Beaufort clients are being approached by people claiming to be representatives of PwC or The Share Centre Ltd. Beaufort clients should ignore any such requests.
FSCS warns consumers of potential scam
04 February 2019
We want to make consumers aware of phishing emails claiming to be from FSCS that ask people to register a claim to receive large amounts of monies owed.