‘It feels safe

Barclays has given a warning abo the two-step scam.

It said: “This tactic can help the scammer to add a sense of urgenc to the situation, to quickly move money from an account they pretend is at risk.

“It can also make the initial request seem safer, or more credi to send money to yourself or a fri or relative, before they request another transfer to the scammer’ account.

“Remember that no legitimate business or organisation will ever ask you to transfer money to a different provider before sending to them, or to make payments to friends or relatives.”