Category: Neighbourhood Watch

Real or scam?

Real or scam?

Are you aware of the tactics used by criminals to trick you into parting with your money and information? The creation of spoof websites that imitate those of trusted organisations by using their official branding and logos are used by criminals to obtain your personal and financial information. These may also include small changes to … Continue reading Real or scam?

PDS mail scam

PDS mail scam

** Be aware of this scam confirmed by Royal Mail.** A card is posted through your door from a company called PDS (Parcel Delivery Service) suggesting that they were unable to deliver a parcel and that you need to contact them on 0906 6611911 (a Premium rate number). DO NOT call this number, as this … Continue reading PDS mail scam

Black Friday

Black Friday

Black Friday is coming along and what you need to be aware of is: Be selective where you shoponly provide necessary informationuse secure, protected paymentkeep your accounts securebeware of unexpected communication If things go wrong, contact your bank immediately and report the problem to Action Fraud https://www.actionfraud.police.ukor ring them on 0300 123 2040

Be black Friday savvy

Be black Friday savvy

argain or a scam? In the heat of the moment it can be hard to tell, especially in the run up to Black Friday! Criminals may trick you into purchasing goods/services that don’t exist by advertising them at too good to be true prices. Protect your money and information by only using retailers you trust, … Continue reading Be black Friday savvy

Festival of Discovery

Festival of Discovery

Running online 20-21 November 2020, The Festival of Discovery aims to help people connect through lively discussions, entertainment, things to make and do and real-life stories from communities across the UK. Join Eddie Izzard, Jo Brand, Mr Motivator and many more special celebrity guests and contributors as they set out on an exciting journey to … Continue reading Festival of Discovery