Children taught to spot scams and money laundering (opens original article in a new tab)

Children in the UK are being taught to spot scams and money laundering to prevent exploitation, with lessons developed by police and set to be available nationwide this autumn.

• Children as young as 10 are being taught to recognize scams and money laundering through new police-developed lessons.
• The lessons aim to prevent young people from being exploited by criminals, with scenarios designed to help them identify risky situations.
• A 23-year-old man shared his experience of being credit-blacklisted after lending his bank card to a friend, leading to long-term financial difficulties.