In the second episode of our Get Answers mini-series helping you get the answers you need to life's everyday questions, we take a closer look at the tactics used by fraudsters.

We compare scams to discover similarities in criminal behaviour, hear how the Online Safety Bill could crackdown on illegal behaviour, and answer your questions from social media.

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How do you spot a scam? - Get Answers