If you believe you have been a victim of fraud, contact the organisation concerned straightaway. Report the crime to - and get a copy of your credit file/report from - the credit reference agencies to check the extent of the fraudster's activity.

Details of where to report the fraud and further advice are available from the following websites.

Action Fraud (National Fraud Reporting Centre)

CIFAS Protective Registration Service (Provided by bss)

Citizens’ Advice Bureau

Consumer Direct

Crimestoppers

Victim Support