Victims’ shame, combined with the worry that they will not be supported if they come forward prevents so many reporting scams.

Talking about fraud, scams and financial abuse will reduce the stigma, helping victims to feel able to report.

#NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

RT Norfolk County Council Trading Standards: Be #Scamaware . Do you have an elderly relative who gets through lots of stamps? Could be a sign they are replying to scams.

CTSI has launched its #CostofBeauty campaign which puts a spotlight on illegal and dangerous cosmetic products and what consumers need to be aware of when choosing products online.
Find out more: tradingstandards.uk/news-policy-ca…
Office for Product Safety and Standards The CTPA

This is theft. Pure and simple. If authors can’t earn, we can’t write anymore books. Downloading pirated books is dickish. Don’t be a dick. Join a library.

Three years today, since we said goodbye to our very own legendary BT! Oscar you are still missed x 💔 x
And yes that photo was taken during the time when the V-E-T didn’t want you jumping on the bed 🤦‍♀️ #BTPosse

Good morning! The Easter bunny has been. Today I am giving away a copy of Preloved and a bag of mini eggs. Repost & follow to enter. UK only. Closes 31/03/24 at 11.59pm.

⚠️Fraud is the most common crime in the UK, accounting for almost 40% of all crime in England and Wales and it is getting more sophisticated.

If you’re unsure, always stop, think and check.

Find out how to stay ahead of scams👇👇👇

stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk

#ScamAware

🛡️We currently have 2,676 Scam Marshals signed up! Please go to our 'scammarshals' page on our website to register and help tackle the fight against scams!

friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scammarshals

#ScamAware

💳The average amount lost by victims is £1,730, but fewer than a third report the crime.
Let’s take away the shame from victims and make scams part of everyday conversation.

Find out more here: friendsagainstscams.org.uk/noblamenoshame

#NoBlameNoShame
#WeAreScamSurvivors

⚠️Fraud is getting more sophisticated. If you’re unsure, always stop, think and check.

Find out how to stay ahead of scams ⬇️⬇️⬇️
stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk

#ScamAware

🏖️Hate missing out on a good deal? Criminals can use this to make you respond quickly.

Remember to stop⚠️ think 💭and check ✔️

#ScamAware

🚨 Unsure if a message is really from your bank? 🤔

❌ Don't reply to the message, or use any of the links or contact numbers provided.

✅ Contact your bank via their official website/app, or the number on your bank card.

ℹ️ Remember, your bank or the police will never call…

⚠️Fraudsters impersonate people or organisations you trust.

Find out common tactics they use so you're ready to spot them ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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#ScamAware

🤔 Think you know how to spot a scam? Fraud is getting more sophisticated.

Find out how to stay ahead of scams 👇👇👇
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#ScamAware

Buying tickets for an event soon online? How good is your knowledge around tickets scams ? See below from the Home Office for some advice on staying safe #Kent #FridayFeeling Kent Police (UK) Public Protection - Kent Kent Police Medway Kent PCC's Office

Did you know that 1 in 17 people were victims of fraud in the UK last year. This week a campaign was launched by the Home Office providing tools to assist people to protect themselves against scams. See below #kent #Wednesday Kent Police (UK) Public Protection - Kent Kent Police Medway Kent PCC's Office

Make your business a harder target for cyber criminals than your competitors, and a safer place for your customers. A third of businesses suffered a cyber attack in the past 12 months. See stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/protect-yourse…

🤚 Stop! Think Fraud.

Fraud is getting more sophisticated. If you’re unsure, always stop, think and check.

Find out how to stay ahead of scams here ⤵️
orlo.uk/YLePe #StopThinkFraud #TakeFive

❗ Chat about scams at the dinner table or when meeting with friends.

Share your experiences of scams and fraud and help break the stigma by making scams a part of your everyday conversation.

#NoBlameNoShame
#WeAreScamSurvivors

We’re on Bournemouth Beach where Led By Donkeys is currently making a memorial to the more than 11,500 Palestinian children and 36 Israeli children who’ve been killed since October 7th. It will be over 5km long and they hope to keep it here for 24 hours. Listen to Bournemouth One…