Useful Sites
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Key Reporting Bodies in the UK
- Action Fraud (England, Wales, Northern Ireland): The central reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime. Report online or call 0300 123 2040.
- National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC): Forward scam texts to 7726 (SPAM) and report suspicious emails/websites to report@phishing.gov.uk.
- Trading Standards: Report businesses acting unfairly or illegally through Citizens Advice.
- Your Bank: Contact them immediately if you've sent money to a scammer to see if funds can be recovered.
- Local Police: Call 999 if you or someone else is in immediate danger, or 101 for other situations.
What to Report
- Lost Money/Hacked: Action Fraud, Your Bank, Police.
- Scam Texts/Emails: Forward to 7726 (texts) or report@phishing.gov.uk (emails/sites).
- Rogue Traders/Unfair Businesses: Trading Standards (via Citizens Advice).
Important Advice
- Don't Delay: Report quickly, especially to your bank, to increase chances of recovery.
- Be Aware: Be cautious of official-looking websites/emails that aren't genuine government services.