The hub has assisted 228 people through its helpline and fraud triage service, been involved in £8 million worth of fraud investigations and recovered or prevented £626,000 from being lost to criminals.

Alex Dowall, Cyber and Fraud Hub co-founder said: “Since launching, we’ve seen first-hand the devastating impact fraud can have on individuals.

“Our team works tirelessly to support those affected by cyber enabled fraud. These figures demonstrate just how essential our services are. While we are proud of what we have achieved so far, we know there’s still a lot of work to do.”

“Beyond direct intervention, the hub has also played an active role in raising awareness and educating the public about fraud prevention. The team continues to promote how to stay safe via free brochures, news and advice on their website and social media channels. Recent support included A Guide to Avoiding Fraud and Scams for Older People, and a series of how-to videos that help when a social media account is hacked.

“Looking ahead, the hub is committed to expanding its outreach, strengthening collaborations with strategic partners, and continuing to provide essential support to those at risk of fraud.”