The Ticket & Festival Scam
As the weather improves and summer approaches, festival and event season begins. Tickets for concerts, festivals and live events sell out quickly, and many
The Holiday Booking Scam
As the weather starts to improve and Easter approaches, many people begin planning holidays, weekend breaks and summer trips. Flights are booked, hotels are
The HMRC Tax Refund Scam
March marks the approach of the end of the tax year. For many people across the UK, it’s a time when letters, emails and
Valentine’s Day, Romance, and the Scams That Thrive on AttentionThe Valentine’s Romance Scam
Valentine’s Day is meant to be about connection.For scammers, it’s an opportunity. In the weeks leading up to 14 February, romance scams increase sharply.
Why We’ve Added Bait and Switch Scams to BeScamAware
Not all scams arrive with obvious warning signs. Some start with an offer that looks genuine, fairly priced and familiar, only to change once
Modelling Scams Are Making a Comeback
For a long time, modelling scams were seen as something from the past. They were associated with glossy brochures, fake agencies and young people
