The Cambridge raising awareness of financial crime and fraud

November 7, 2022

The Cambridge Building Society is taking part in International Fraud Awareness Week next week to highlight and further educate and protect its members from fraud, financial crime and scams.

International Fraud Awareness Week is an initiative that takes place every November where hundreds of organisations around the world pledge to increase fraud awareness in their workplaces and communities.

The Cambridge has a specialised department of financial crime experts, who ensure the building society can identify and protect the organisation and its customers from potential financial crime.

Financial Crime Manager, Martin Croucher, said: “We take the protection of our customers and our people very seriously and supporting International Fraud Awareness Week is one of a number of initiatives we take part in.

“We will be sharing insights, raising awareness of fraud and how to protect against it through our branch network, website and social media channels.

“Being aware and keeping vigilant is half the battle in safeguarding members and employees against potential fraud, which is why we want to provide as much support as possible for everyone to know what to look out for and what to do.”

This summer The Cambridge partnered with Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Against Scams Partnership (CAPASP) to work with them and provide access to a range of educational material across a broad spectrum of possible activities that could potentially affect its members and the general public.

International Fraud Awareness Week launches on 13 November. During the week The Cambridge will be sharing videos on topics including the safe use of wi-fi and how to safely shop online, as well as highlighting the dangers of computer malware, impersonation fraud and money mules.