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How to avoid being scammed...

- Use a different telephone from the one the call came in on – fraudsters often remain on the line after people hang up. If you have to use the same phone, wait at least 30 minutes before calling back. Be suspicious if the caller seems to be in a rush and

Hang up on ALL cold callers. If you are worried that your bank really might need to talk to you, put down the phone and call it using the number on the back of your bank card or on its website.

Remember banks will NEVER ask customers to move money to another account to keep it safe from fraudsters.

Never disclose personal informatio­n even if the caller sounds convincing and appears to know personal details.

Never respond directly to unsolicite­d emails or texts.

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