Online security and fraud Investment scams
Investment scams are designed to look and sound like genuine investments. It is not just the novice investor who can be duped; even the most experienced of investors are vulnerable to a fraudster's tactics.
More help and support on security and fraud issues can be found on the following, external websites.
Get Safe Online - is a jointly-funded initiative between a combination of Government departments and private sector businesses. It offers practical advice on how to protect you and your computer.
Action Fraud – is the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and internet crime. It is where you should report fraud if you have been scammed, defrauded or experienced cyber-crime.
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – is the UK’s financial regulatory body. The FCA has lots of useful information for consumers including how to be a ‘ScamSmart investor’.
Royal Mail – Contact the Royal Mail for information on postal redirection.
CIFAS – An industry body that offers fraud prevention services and useful information.
Investment scams are designed to look and sound like genuine investments. It is not just the novice investor who can be duped; even the most experienced of investors are vulnerable to a fraudster's tactics.
Important information regarding investment scams.
We are continually reviewing and upgrading our security measures so that you can have confidence in our online services.
Your identity and personal information are very valuable assets. It is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that identity theft only affects other people.