Solar panel firm shut down after preying on pensioners with false promises of government refunds
Customers of Trident West Industries Ltd and Star Solar Ltd were promised government grant refunds to cover the cost of solar equipment and maintenance More than £3.1 million was paid into the bank accounts of the two companies between May 2023 and January 2025, but only £7,010 was returned to nine complainants despite total complaints […]
Pensioners warned to stay alert as winter fuel payment scams surge by over 150%
New data reveals a 153% rise in scam referrals in the final week of September, compared to the previous week. Recent spike comes ahead of Winter Fuel Payments hitting pensioners’ bank accounts next month. DWP are increasing efforts to raise public awareness and urge everyone not to engage with scam messages. Pensioners are being warned […]