Crime and security (fraud)

Scams were ‘so convincing they were hard to spot’.

Increased internet use in lockdown leads to rise in email scams.

Advice issued on spotting genuine emails.

HMRC warns customers about fraudulent calls, texts and emails.

Young adults told to be ‘especially vigilant’.

4 in 10 firms unaware of invoice fraud.

HMRC reports increasing number of fraudulent phone calls.

4 in 10 businesses faced security threat in the last year.

Cold-callers could face fines of up to £500,000.

Scam calls widely reported ahead of self-assessment deadline.