What is Take Five and how does it help in the fight against fraud?
Take Five is a national campaign designed to provide clear, unbiased advice to help individuals safeguard themselves against financial fraud. This includes scams involving deceptive emails, fraudulent phone calls, and online fraud - particularly cases where criminals pose as trusted organisations.
Stop and think - stay alert and protect yourself:
Never share sensitive security details, such as your full PIN or password.
Avoid clicking on unexpected links in emails or text messages.
Don’t assume an email, text, or phone call is genuine – always verify.
Take your time - legitimate organisations won’t pressure you into quick decisions.
Trust your instincts - if something feels off, it probably is.
Always question unsolicited contact - reach out to the company directly using an official email or phone number.
Stay in control—don’t let fear push you into a decision you might regret.
For more details, visit the Take Five website.
Stop. Challenge. Protect.
Stop:
Take a moment to stop and think before parting with your money or information. This could keep you safe.
Challenge:
Could it be fake? It's OK to reject, refuse or ignore any requests. Only criminals will try to rush or panic you.
Protect:
Contact us immediately if you think you’ve been scammed and report it to Action Fraud at actionfraud.police.uk or on +44(0)330 123 2040.