TPR warns schemes to 'tighten their security' after rise in impersonation fraud

Regulator says scammers are ‘persistent and opportunistic’ and the industry must help prevent harm

Holly Roach
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TPR warns schemes to 'tighten their security' after rise in impersonation fraud

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has warned schemes to “tighten their security” following a rise in impersonation fraud.

In a blog, TPR business lead for the Pension Scams Action Group Paul Sweeney said fraudsters are using "increasingly sophisticated impersonation techniques" to access pension pots. Sweeney said ...

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