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In case you missed it: Notice Fraud – July 2021

October 19, 2021

During the COVID-19 pandemic fraudsters have been looking to take advantage of us. Here’s what to watch out for:

Coronavirus vaccine fraud: Criminals are using the coronavirus vaccine as a way to target the public by tricking them to hand over cash or financial details. They are sending convincing looking text messages letting people know they are eligible for the vaccine or phoning people directly pretending to be from the NHS, or local pharmacy.

People are warned to be alert to these scams.

The NHS will:

  • Never ask for payment – the vaccine is free
  • Never ask for your bank details
  • Never arrive unannounced at your home to administer the vaccine
  • Never ask you to prove your identity by sending copies of personal documents such as your passport
  • Phishing emails: If you receive any email which looks suspicious in any way, please report this to your IT department before taking any action. Do not open any attachments you are unsure of or click on any links contained within suspicious emails.

Mandate fraud: This is such a common occurrence currently. Fraudsters will attempt various methods to divert payment for either genuine invoices or create false invoices for work. Please ensure appropriate processes are followed in all instances and if you have any reason for suspicion, please report your concerns and validate all details prior to sending any payments.

Phishing emails: If you receive any email which looks suspicious in any way, please report this to your IT department before taking any action. Do not open any attachments you are unsure of or click on any links contained within suspicious emails.

Be sure to check out the July 2021 fraud notice by clicking here.

Your local counter fraud specialist team can be contacted using the details below:

Sophie Coster, Senior Consultant, Lead Local Counter Fraud Specialist:

Bradley Vaughan, Managing Consultant, Counter Fraud Client Manager: