Thursday, 11 September 2025

How to spot banking scams

Two fake Halifax websites have been shut down this week – after being reported by Which? – but we're warning customers to be on high alert for texts, emails and calls claiming to be from the bank.

No bank is immune to fraud, so it's important to know what a banking scam may look like. Check out some recent examples, and get tips to spot and avoid similar schemes.

Keep your account safe

Source: Which? (10 Sep 2025) 

https://bexleywatch.blogspot.com/2026/03/working-together-for-safer-bexley.html

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