Fraud & scams
Details of the latest scams in the financial services sector.
Scams - How to spot them and stay protected
05 May 2026
Learn how to spot common scam warning signs, understand how recent scams work, and know what FSCS will and will not do to help you stay protected.
What if you're a victim?
07 January 2026
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.