Dan Whitworth
Reporter for the Moneybox team who files on-the-ground reports about fraud, scams and consumer finance issues and interviews victims and support services.
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Dec 13, 2025 • 25min
Water Bills and Graduate Jobs
Dan Whitworth, a consumer finance reporter, dives into the rising number of households struggling with water bills, revealing two million now benefit from social tariffs. He discusses alarming statistics about water debt and practical relief options. Joanne Dewar, co-founder of Project Nemo, passionately advocates for improved banking services for people with learning disabilities, emphasizing the need for innovation and clear communication. Their insights shed light on essential support systems for both consumers and recent graduates navigating the complex job market.
Dec 20, 2025 • 25min
Life-changing Scams and Child Benefit
Dan Whitworth, a dedicated reporter, discusses the staggering rise in fraud cases and inadequate prosecution rates. He teams up with Dave Mead, who leads a local charity providing crucial support to fraud victims, detailing the emotional toll and recovery efforts involved. Dame Meg Hillier shines a light on HMRC's shocking errors that led to wrongful child benefit suspensions for thousands of families, questioning the adequacy of their response and highlighting the harsh human impact. The conversation wraps up with insights on financial protections for savers amidst forthcoming tax policy changes.
