Brian Merrifield

NatWest Customer Support Specialist. Please don't tweet personal details. All views are my own.

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Please be aware of this, criminals love to take advantage of times like these. Share this with your family and friends because for someone who is struggling this can easily suck them in with false hope.

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

🚨SCAM WARNING - please share🚨

We've received 335 reports about scam text messages relating to the Energy Bills Support Scheme.

✅You DO NOT need to apply for the scheme, or provide any bank details.

✅Forward suspicious texts to 7726 (it's free).

#CyberProtect

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

We get flooded with phishing emails like the ones below and we need to always be on our guard. Stop and think before responding to emails or messages.

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

⚠️ Watch out for these fake UPS emails, we’ve recieved almost 1,700 reports about them. They link to genuine-looking websites designed to steal your personal and financial details.

✅ Forward suspicious emails to: [email protected]

#PhishyFridays

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Another really good read to help keep you and your family safe this festive season. Don’t let the criminals ruin your Christmas.

[GetSafeOnline.org @GetSafeOnline]

Read our top tips for staying safe online this festive season, including buying, setting up devices, safeguarding kids, video calls and much, much more #safechristmas https://t.co/3SE4NVm0Tp

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

With everything going on around us right now please have a read through this and keep yourselves and your families safe this festive season against scams. We can easily be distracted and end up giving the scammers a Christmas they don’t deserve. Always be aware.

[GetSafeOnline.org @GetSafeOnline]

#BlackFriday & #CyberMonday have been and gone, but we'll bet you haven't finished your #ChristmasShopping yet. Please read our advice before looking for those hard-to-find gifts, just in case you come across a scammer looking for a happy Christmas https://t.co/AGsuiawOtl

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Please take note of the below.

[CERT NZ @CERTNZ]

UPDATE: The installation page for #Flubot has changed to look like a warning page. If you see this page close the page IMMEDIATELY and DO NOT click “Install security update”. Advisory update to follow.

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Always be vigilant and remember, if it is out of blue or unexpected, stop and think before reacting.

[HM Courts and Tribunals Service @HMCTSgovuk]

⚠️ Scammers are using HMCTS phone numbers.

Calls may use an automated message and ask you to ‘press 1’ to speak to someone about unpaid fines.

You can report scams to @actionfrauduk

Find out more about these calls and what you can do ⬇️
https://t.co/ju2IQhs21U

#scamaware

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Please everyone share and tell family and friends about this scam as it will catch people out. Remember criminals will exploit anything COVID related that they can right now.

[Zoe Harris @Zoe_Harris11]

Watch out for friends and family getting this scam text

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Another scam which will unfortunately catch people out, please never follow links in emails unless you 100% know where they have come from. Take a minute to think before you just start entering personal information in websites. They can look very genuine.

[TSecrime @tsecrime]

RT @actionfrauduk: We've had over 1,000 reports in 24 hours about FAKE penalty charge emails. Links in these emails lead to websites that will steal your personal details. If you get one, report it to: [email protected]

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

This is well worth a look at, especially at this time. Always be on your guard and never give away personal information. If contact is out of the blue or unexpected always stop and think before reacting. @lemara_hibbert

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

Criminals are evolving their behaviour to rip off consumers as the coronavirus crisis develops, trading standards officers have warned. Read more from @BBCNews here: https://t.co/E8ybN5cZnJ #ScamAware

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Would your community group like to learn more about the current scams and how to stay safe?
I offer free and interactive scam awareness sessions via Zoom.

Get in touch to book a session now and help keep each other safe! Let’s beat the scammers together.

[NatWest @NatWest_Help]

⚠️ We’ve had reports that scammers are posing as Amazon to trick people out of their money. This is a common tactic used by scammers and they’ll also pose as other trusted organisations including phone or internet providers.

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Please remember that we will never send a text message with a link to our online banking login page. If you do receive a message like this it is not us. Please share with friends and family to help keep everyone safe. @lemara_hibbert, @AgainstScams

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Ben and myself all setup for this years head teachers conference at Cheltenham racecourse. We are looking forward to a good day introducing MoneySense to them and explaining what an amazing resource it is in educating the future generations. @NW_MoneySense, @lemara_hibbert

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Come over to Ross-on-Wye library tomorrow between 2pm and 4pm to meet me, your local Community Banker. I can help you with any banking questions, digital queries, fraud or scam advice or just a good chat about everything I can help with. @HfdsLibraries, @lemara_hibbert

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Come over to Bishop’s Cleeve library today between 2pm and 4pm to meet me, your local Community Banker. I can help you with any banking questions, digital queries, fraud or scam advice or just a good chat about everything I can help with. @gloslibs, @lemara_hibbert

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Come over to Ledbury library today between 2pm and 4pm to meet me, your local Community Banker. I can help you with any banking questions, digital queries, fraud or scam advice or just a good chat about everything I can help with. @HfdsLibraries, @lemara_hibbert

[Brian Merrifield @B_Merrifield]

Unfortunately due to the bad weather conditions I will not be holding my usual Friday drop in clinic at Ross-on-Wye Library this afternoon. I will be back next week Friday 8th and would love to see you then. Hope you all stay safe in this weather. @HfdsLibraries, @lemara_hibbert

[Karen Wood NatWest @KarenWood_1]

Thank you! I cover Nailsea, Clevedon and Portishead area and provide drop in clinics in Nailsea and home/local visits to those unable to get to a branch. 07711 763715

[penny latham Natwest @latham_penny]

Let me help with the Monday morning blues come and see me this morning in Lydney library 10-12.30.
There to help with any banking or online questions help with getting you financially fitter for 2019.
book onto the link below 👇@lemara_hibbert

https://t.co/3k76OlHR2t

[Crimestoppers @CrimestoppersUK]

Everyone has the right to feel safe from #crime, wherever they live.

Take a look at our practical advice including personal safety tips, advice on how you can protect your family, business, home, vehicle and more: https://t.co/thmeG2edpr

#SundayRead