...BUT WATCH OUT FOR SCAMS

WHILE most charity fundraising is genuine, criminals sometimes try to take advantage of people’s generosity.

They do this through making fraudulent appeals appearing to be from genuine charities. So, it is worth carrying out a few checks before making a donation.

Never feel under pressure to donate immediately. Take your time to ask the fundraiser questions and check street collectors’ ID badges, fundraising materials and information.

Be careful when responding to emails or phone calls, or when clicking on links from any organisation purporting to be a charity. Finally, check the charity’s name and registration number on the charity register at gov.uk/find-charity-information.