2023

Top tips for avoiding a crash for cash scam this winter
08 December 2023
Don't let icier roads and longer nights be a reason for fraudsters to catch you out when driving!
IFB and Aviva warn misleading claims ads are leaving vulnerable people seriously out of pocket
28 November 2023
An awareness campaign has been launched to help consumers avoid paid-ad spoofing scams, as it's revealed countless people are having their claims hijacked and facing thousands in unsolicited fees.
Buying bogus insurance from a Ghost Broker could leave shoppers with anything BUT a good deal this Black Friday
22 November 2023
With the two biggest shopping events of the year just around the corner, Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoppers are warned to stay alert to fake car insurance deals offered by Ghost Brokers.
IFB urges the public to report insurance scams with fraud becoming a more tempting crime
13 November 2023
Insurance fraud results in countless victims and bogus insurance claims and applications, estimated to cost the industry over £2 billion each year.
Holidaymakers warned of serious pitfalls of travel insurance fraud
23 October 2023
IFB and IFED are warning holidaymakers about the serious risks of turning to travel fraud to make up for shortfalls.
New AI solution IFB Exploration drives up fraud detection for insurers
04 October 2023
In just one year since launch, IFB Exploration has seen a six-fold increase in searches for fraud networks.
Fraud is no game! Scammer sentenced for making bogus household claims
04 September 2023
The outcome follows an investigation between IFB, City of London Police's Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED) and several insurers.
New YouGov findings show growing number of young adults tempted by insurance fraud
05 July 2023
IFB has launched a public awareness campaign called Fraud Cons in a bid to stop people from reporting to insurance fraud amid the cost-of-living crisis.