External Resources
We have put together a list of external websites that may be of interest to you. These non-affiliated sites offer some great information about identity theft and fraud prevention.
Helpful Links
Website for registering your MasterCard or Visa credit cards free of charge for extra protection when shopping online
Website operated by the UK Payments Association for learning all about Chip & PIN security
Website operated by the UK’s fraud prevention service, a group of diversified UK businesses, for sharing information and leveraging best practices for fighting fraud
Websites of the UK’s credit reference agencies for obtaining and monitoring your credit information
Website for redirecting your mail to a different address
Website for you to have your name and home address removed from or added to lists used by the direct mail industry
Website operated by the UK Payments Association for helping you shop more safely online
Website operated by the UK Payments Association for helping you bank more safely online
Website sponsored by the Home Office for helping prevent identity fraud by providing practical help, tips and guidance to safeguard your identity
Website for reporting your driving licence lost or stolen
Website of the Home Office for reporting your passport either lost or stolen
Website of the Home Office for reporting fraud and providing advice on how you can better protect yourself
Website offering free expert advice from the British Government and other institutions on protecting yourself and your computer against fraud
Website run by the Home Office offering advice on protecting yourself and/or your business against identity theft fraud