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Fraud recovery in

United Kingdom

The UK has one of the strongest regulatory frameworks for fraud recovery.

+44 7886 080951

Local helpline

38%

Recovery success rate

GBP (£)

Local currency

FCA, Action Fraud, Financial Ombudsman

Regulatory bodies

Time limits in United Kingdom: Usually 6 years from the date of the fraud (or from when you could reasonably have discovered it) under the Limitation Act 1980. Acting early materially improves recovery odds.

How we help you act in United Kingdom

  1. 01Contact Patterdale Recovery first for a free, confidential assessment.
  2. 02We help you secure your accounts and stop any further losses.
  3. 03We gather and organise your evidence: emails, screenshots and transaction records.
  4. 04We handle the approach to banks, FCA and, where it helps the recovery, local authorities on your behalf.
  5. 05We set out a clear plan and the fees that apply to your case before any work begins.

Where to report fraud in United Kingdom

Filing an official report strengthens your case and can help freeze funds. These are the relevant authorities - we can prepare and submit the paperwork with you.

Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Regulates firms & warns about scams

0800 111 6768

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Report Fraud (formerly Action Fraud)

National fraud & cybercrime reporting

0300 123 2040

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Financial Ombudsman Service

Disputes with banks & firms

0800 023 4567

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National reporting portal

Report Fraud (Action Fraud)

Police (non-emergency)

101 (non-emergency) · 999 (emergency)

Scammed in United Kingdom? Get a free case review

We have a 38% success rate for cases in United Kingdom. Tell us what happened and we will set out your options - no obligation.

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