Your pension is a valuable benefit, and it can be a tempting target for thieves, known as scammers. We have a dedicated page on the Fund website with details of how you can protect yourself and report attempts by scammers at nationwidepensionfund.co.uk/pension-scams
Here are some of the signs to watch out for, after all, you are the best line of defence.
Being contacted out of the blue.
Being pressured to make a decision urgently.
Being asked for personal information*
Offers which seem too good to be true.
*such as your address, date of birth, National Insurance number, or bank details
If you suspect you’ve encountered a scam, report it to Action Fraud at actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040. You can also forward suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk or suspicious texts to 7726.
