Public Protection Partnership

01/09/2026

Did you know that most eligible people receive their Winter Fuel Payment automatically?

Criminals exploit confusion by sending fake "apply now" texts and emails.

If you're asked to provide personal details or click a link, treat it with caution.

Not sure? Check with Ask Silver.
🔗 friendsagainstscams.org.uk/ask-silver

26/08/2026

FAKE CALLS FROM YOUR BANK, THE POLICE or HMRC

A caller says they are from your bank’s fraud team, the police or HMRC. The voice sounds professional.

The number on your screen even matches the real organisation, because caller ID can be faked.

They say your account is at risk, and you must move your money to a ‘safe account’, or read out a code, right now.

Remember: safe accounts do not exist. No real bank or police officer will ever ask you to move money, and a caller knowing your details or ‘passing security’ proves nothing.

⏰ WHAT TO DO:
✅ Hang up.
✅ Wait a few minutes, then call back on a number you found yourself:
✅ dial 159 to be connected securely to your bank, ✅ 101 for the police,
✅ or use the number on an official letter.

The request to move money is itself the scam.

26/08/2026

🚨 Be aware of Winter Fuel Payment scams 🚨

Reports of fake Winter Fuel Payment messages circulating. These messages may ask you to click a link, confirm your details, or act urgently.

Remember: Most Winter Fuel Payments are made automatically, and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will not ask for your bank details by text message.

✅ Don't click links in unexpected messages
✅ Never share personal or financial information
✅ Forward suspicious text messages to 7726 to help stop scams spreading

Not sure if a message is genuine? Check it safely using Ask Silver.
🔗 www.friendsagainstscams.org.uk/ask-silver

25/08/2026

‼️ PRODUCT RECALL ‼️

Tesco is recalling Tesco Finest Mozzarella Pearls & Pesto Orzo Salad 215g, because of possible contamination with E. coli (STEC).

Product Details

Tesco Finest Mozzarella Pearls & Pesto Orzo Salad
Pack size
215g
Use by
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The possible presence of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli STEC in the product listed above.

Symptoms caused by STEC organisms include severe diarrhoea with or without blood in the stool, abdominal pain, vomiting, dehydration and sometimes haemolytic uremic syndrome, (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal.

If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others.

Tesco is recalling the above product and has issued a recall notice to alert customers.

If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to any Tesco store for a full refund. For further information, please visit Tesco's customer services at: tesco.com/help/contact.

24/08/2026

Congratulations to the team at Marks and Spencer in The Meadows in Camberley who received a 5 rated Food Hygiene Rating Score following their food hygiene inspection which took place last week.

20/08/2026

Criminals often target people who may be less confident dealing with unexpected texts, emails, or phone calls.

Taking a few minutes to chat with a friend, family member, or neighbour could help them spot the warning signs before they click on a scam link or share personal information.

Remember:
✅ Most Winter Fuel Payments are made automatically
✅ You usually do not need to apply
✅ The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will never ask for bank details by text message

Visit GOV.UK for trusted information: www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment

18/08/2026

From 1 January 2027, it will be illegal to sell to***co products to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009, the smokefree generation measure in the To***co and Vapes Act 2026.

New DHSC guidance also confirms that from 29 October 2026, the age of sale for all va**ng and ni****ne products becomes 18 across the UK. The Institute of Licensing is urging retailers and enforcement officers to prepare well ahead of both deadlines.

Read the full story: https://buff.ly/QE6vBdH

18/08/2026

18/08/2026

⚠️ Product recall for Simple 730ml Kind to Skin Micellar Cleansing Water

The product poses a microbiological risk ⚠️

If you have an affected batch, stop using it immediately. Contact the shop where you bought the product for disposal instructions and/or return of the product.

Share this recall with anyone who may have bought or used the product.

Recall notice: https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-recall-simple-730ml-kind-to-skin-micellar-cleansing-water-2608-0103

For more information, please access: https://www.simple.co.uk/product-recall-notice.html

17/08/2026

Congratulations to the team at Jay Corner Coffee Shop & Bistro in Bracknell who received a 5 rated Food Hygiene Rating Score following their food hygiene inspection which took place last week.