text: Top Ten Tips to Avoid Scammers | Citizens Advice Gateshead
  With 62% of people in the North East reporting that they have been contacted by a scammer in the last two years, it has never been more important to be #scamaware. Remember though, not all scams are online and the old cons are still being used to trick people out of their cash, savings and possessions.
  Here are our top ten tips for being #scamaware:
  Tell your bank immediately if there is any suspicious activity or transactions from your account or credit cards
  You can also report the scam to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040
  Remember, break the silence – speak out about scams. The more they are reported, the more can be done about them.