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June edition of OUR NEWS is here


June edition of OUR NEWS is here

 

We are thrilled to share with you the June edition of OUR NEWS, a newsletter for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales. 

This edition covers topics from cybercrime to hate crime and heart-warming articles highlighting community connections and celebrations. 

To read it, please click here.

We hope you enjoy it!

p.s. Don’t forget to sign up to our new lottery to support our charity and to be in for a chance to win up to £25,000– more details are in the newsletter!

 

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK, Central Support Team

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Neighbourhood Watch Network is a charity registered in England & Wales, CIO no: 1173349

 
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Ofgem scam emails


 

Dear subscriber, 

Action Fraud has received 752 reports in four days relating to fake emails purporting to be from Ofgem. The emails state that the recipient is eligible for a rebate as a result of a newly announced government scheme. The links in the emails lead to genuine-looking websites that are designed to steal your personal and financial information.

Please view our tweet to see a screenshot of the fake emails reported to Action Fraud: https://twitter.com/CyberProtectUK/status/1527657160586444800?s=20&t=RdAiopW83gUlsAymvjnu5g

  • Remember, your bank, or any other official organisation, won’t ask you to share personal information over email or text. If you need to check that it’s a genuine message, contact the company using details from their official website or app.
  • Spotted a suspicious email? Forward it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service (SERS) - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

For more information on how to stay secure online, please visit: www.cyberaware.gov.uk

 

 

 
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SCAM WARNING: COVID text messages


 

Watch out for fake text messages pretending to be from the NHS. Since Jan 1st, 412 victims have reported losses totalling more than £531,000Please use the following links if you would like to see an example of the fake NHS messages reported to Action Fraud:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/actionfrauduk/status/1498945958427594752?s=20&t=RL99N7i-yXmXcqU2xUbiiw

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/actionfraud/photos/a.411244602226592/7380075412010108/

What you need to look out for: 

  • Be aware of requests for personal information in messages claiming to be from the NHS. 
  • Be alert to links or attachments in unexpected messages claiming to be from the NHS.
  • Do not respond to requests for money, bank details or passwords. The NHS will NEVER ask for payment or any financial details.


How to report scam messages:

  • If you are suspicious about an email, forward it to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • If you are suspicious about a text message, forward it to the number 7726 (it’s free of charge).

For information on NHS coronavirus testing, visit: www.nhs.uk

 

 

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Over 20,000 people fell victim to remote access scams


 

More than £50 million was lost last year to scams where victims are tricked into handing over control of their computer or smartphone to criminals.


New data from Action Fraud, the national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, reveals that 20,144 people fell victim to scams where they were persuaded to grant criminals remote access to their device.

Victims reported losing a total of £57,790,384 – an average loss of £2,868 per victim. 

 

What are remote access scams

Remote Access scams will often begin with a browser pop-up saying that your computer is infected with a virus, or maybe a call from someone claiming to be from your bank saying that they need to connect to your computer in order to cancel a fraudulent transaction on your account. Regardless of the narrative the fraudster’s use, their goal is to steal your money or access your financial information by tricking you into allowing them to remotely connect to your computer.

 

Detective Chief Inspector Craig Mullish, from the City of London Police, said:

"While remote access tools are safe when used legitimately, we want the public to be aware that they can be misused by criminals to perpetrate fraud. We often see criminals posing as legitimate businesses in order to trick people into handing over control of their computer or smartphone. 

“You should only install software or grant remote access to your computer if you’re asked by someone you know and trust, such as a friend or family member, and never as a result of an unsolicited call, browser pop-up or text message.”

 

How to protect yourself

 

  • Only install software or grant remote access to your computer if you’re asked by someone you know and trust, such as a friend or family member, and never as a result of an unsolicited call, browser pop up, or text message.
  • Remember, a bank or service provider will never contact you out of the blue requesting remote access to your device.
  • If you believe your laptop, PC, tablet or phone has been infected with a virus or some other type of malware, follow the NCSC’s guidance on recovering an infected device.
  • Protect your money by contacting your bank immediately on a different device from the one the scammer contacted you on.
  • Report it to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or via actionfraud.police.uk. If you are in Scotland, please report to Police Scotland directly by calling 101.
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'WHAT DOES SMART SECURITY MEAN FOR MY HOME?' FREE WEBINAR


 

 
'WHAT DOES SMART SECURITY MEAN FOR MY HOME?' FREE WEBINAR

Join this virtual chat with a smart security expert from ERA, plus Q&A

Thursday 10th March, 5 - 6pm 

Find out what smart security means for your home and how simple changes can vastly improve its security. During the webinar Neighbourhood Watch CEO, John Hayward-Cripps, and ERA's smart security expert, Sumier Foster-Shah, will discuss:

  • available smart security solutions
  • installation
  • what to look for when choosing a smart security system 
  • and much more

Following the discussion, they will run a live Q&A session to answer all of your questions and concerns.

 BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE*

*Maximum 500 places. Register early and sign in promptly on the day to guarantee your place.

Best wishes

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK, Central Support Team

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Neighbourhood Watch Network is a charity registered in England & Wales, CIO no: 1173349

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF CREATING SAFER, CONNECTED AND ACTIVE COMMUNITIES

 

 
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