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ID Theft costs on average £85,000
ID theft is where ‘scammers’ gain access to an individual’s personal information and then impersonate the victim to run up as many bills and loans as possible. Figures from the UK Home Office also show that the UK economy has lost nearly £5 billion during the past three years to identity theft.
Remember, never give your credit card number or personal information over the phone unless you have initiated the call and trust that business, and always examine your credit card statements carefully for unusual activity.
Remember, never give your credit card number or personal information over the phone unless you have initiated the call and trust that business, and always examine your credit card statements carefully for unusual activity.
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