DWP Warns Millions of Pensioners About Winter Fuel Payment Scams Saturday, October 11, 2025 dwp pensioners winterfuelpayment scams fraud government benefits security coldweather alert The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a crucial warning to millions of pensioners regarding potential scams related to the Winter Fuel Payment. As the colder months approach, pensioners across the UK are … Read More
Scammers Impersonate Police to Target Elderly Victims Saturday, October 11, 2025 scams elderly fraud police impersonation banking security crime awareness safety In a concerning rise of scams, elderly individuals are being targeted by fraudsters who pose as police officers. These scammers contact victims, falsely claiming that their bank accounts have been compromised. Exploiting fear …
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'We Are Not Curtain Twitchers': Join Neighbourhood Watch to Help Fight Crime in Gloucestershire Saturday, May 31, 2025 neighbourhoodwatch crimeprevention gloucestershire communitysafety volunteer security pcsos burglary scams collaboration Residents across Gloucestershire are being encouraged to join their local Neighbourhood Watch groups to help reduce crime and increase community safety. Despite being unfairly labeled as an “association of curtain twitchers … Read More