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DiddleyConfusedOne

DiddleyConfusedOne Posts: 3 Newbie

2 June 2019 at 5:19PM in Credit file & ratings

I've become aware that potentially my personal data has been left unsecured. I am obviously concerned about potential fraud happening. The data includes name, address, telephone, DofB, family history, employment history and much more.

What steps do I need to take?

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Willing2Learn Posts: 6,294 Forumite

2 June 2019 at 5:22PM edited 2 June 2019 at 5:25PM

If you are concerned, then you can submit a Protective Registration with CIFAS

https://www.cifas.org.uk/services/identity-protection/protective-registration

I work within the voluntary sector, supporting vulnerable people to rebuild their lives.

I love my job

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D_M_E Posts: 3,008 Forumite

2 June 2019 at 5:25PM

Willing2Learn beat me to it.

Apply for Cifas as above for an extra layer of inquiires when credit is applied for, and change all your passwords.

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