Stamp out scams

Scammers steal hundreds of millions from innocent victims every year, bombarding us with fraudulent texts, emails and calls. The Government and businesses need to do more to protect us from scams. Demand change by signing the petition.

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Protect us from scams

Whether people are conned out of a few hundred pounds, or many thousands, the impact of scams can be devastating. And scammers are always looking for new ways to exploit you.


That’s why we’ve set up a free system to protect you from scammers.


Sign-up for free Which? Scam Alerts, and we’ll send you regular updates on new scams doing the rounds – so you can stay one step ahead of the scammers.


But it shouldn’t just be down to you to stop the scammers. Government and businesses should be taking greater steps to protect you.

Campaign victory: A win against bank transfer scams!

Our Supporters helped change the law to better protect victims of bank transfer scams.

Rocio Concha, Which? director of Policy and Advocacy, said: 


‘Which? has led the way in campaigning for new laws for greater protection against suffering losses should they fall victim to a bank transfer scam.


‘With the UK still in the grip of a fraud epidemic, new rules for victims getting their money back should end the current reimbursement lottery and lead to fairer and more consistent outcomes.’


The new reimbursement requirement will come into force in 2024.

Stay alert, protect yourself



Keep up to date on the scams you need to know about this month with our latest scam alerts.


And never miss an update with our free Which? Scam Alert email service. Our scam alerts can help you:


  • stay ahead of the latest scams.
  • spot scams and protect yourself.
  • take steps if you've been scammed.
  • understand the way scams work.


Whether it’s phoney automated calls from ‘HMRC’ or dodgy texts that look like they’re from your bank, our free Scam Alerts will keep you updated.

Help for victims

Being scammed can take a huge toll on your mental health. You might find it helpful to talk to someone about what you're going through. It's not your fault and there are plenty of non-judgemental advice lines you can call who will understand.

Victim Support

Victim Support has a free, 24/7 scam helpline where you can speak to someone confidentially, available on 0808 16 89 111.

Visit Victim Support

Mind

Mind has a confidential information and support line, Mind Infoline, available on 0300 123 3393 (lines open 9am – 6pm, Monday – Friday).

Visit Mind

See our progress

Our campaign has come a long way since 2016 – here’s how we’re doing.