Dial 159 to beat bank fraud
Monday 09 March 2026
If you get a suspicious call about your bank account, hang up and dial 159.
This national fraud hotline connects you directly to your bank’s fraud team, safely and securely.
Most major UK banks are part of the scheme, and the number is easy to remember as 159 runs diagonally across your phone keypad.
Since its launch, 159 has already helped protect thousands of people from scams. Keep it handy, it could save you from fraud.
