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Consumer finance identity theft information

These organisations provide general advice and information about fraud relating to consumer finance:

• UK Payments
  www.ukpayments.org.uk
  Information and advice to stay safe online www.banksafeonline.org.uk/

• British Bankers' Association
  www.bba.org.uk/
  General consumer advice for banking-related products and services.

• Financial Services Authority
  www.fsa.gov.uk/
  Information on finance-related scams and swindles www.moneymadeclear.fsa.gov.uk/scams

• CardWatch
  www.cardwatch.org.uk
  Information and tips on using your plastic cards safely.

• CIFAS - The UK's Fraud Prevention Service
  www.cifas.org.uk/
  Information about how to apply for protective registration.

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