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Keeping you and your home safe from rogue traders
30 May 2025
It's not easy to tell a skilled, helpful person from a scammer. But there are some steps you can take to keep your money and your property safe.
Dating a scammer
1 May 2025
When looking for romance online, you could be talking to a scammer. Learn how to avoid romance scams, and keep your money safe.
Why you shouldn’t pay in advance
1 April 2025
Being asked to cover admin fees for a prize or job application? It could be a scam. Find out how to avoid being a victim.
Investment and cryptocurrency investment scams
28 February 2025
Have you been contacted unexpectedly by someone offering an amazing investment opportunity? It could be an investment scam.
'Safe account' scams
7 January 2025
Find out how to identify, and avoid, a 'safe account' scam.
Protect your money from purchase scams
1 November 2024
Don’t hand over your cash for an item without checking that the seller is genuine. Learn how to spot and avoid scammers.
Virgin Money is now part of a stronger Nationwide
1 October 2024
We have completed our acquisition of Virgin Money.
Virgin Money Court sanction
27 September 2024
The Court has approved our acquisition of Virgin Money.
Have you been messaged by a scammer?
27 September 2024
Scammers are using WhatsApp, texts and other messaging apps to swindle people out of their money. Know the warning signs.
A further update on our offer to buy Virgin Money
6 September 2024
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) have provided the approvals required for the acquisition.
How to avoid becoming a money mule
28 August 2024
Don’t be fooled into allowing others access to your bank accounts. Learn more about what a money mule is and how to avoid this type of scam.
An update on our offer to buy Virgin Money
19 July 2024
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has unconditionally cleared the acquisition following its review.
Enjoying summer on a budget
17 July 2024
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to enjoy time with family. Get some ideas on having fun for less.
Don’t be fooled by ticket scams
17 July 2024
It’s tempting when a new website is offering tickets to the hottest events. Follow our advice, and we could stop you losing money.
The future of passbooks
10 July 2024
Our aim is to provide a best in class, full banking service. As part of this, we are modernising passbooks.
Identity theft and identity fraud
4 July 2024
Identity theft is when criminals steal your personal information and use it to make money or commit fraud. Learn how to stay safe online and how to keep your money and your credit score safe.
An update on Nationwide’s offer to buy Virgin Money
24 May 2024
Our offer has been accepted by Virgin Money’s shareholders.
Nationwide offer to buy Virgin Money
21 March 2024
We’ve now made an offer to buy Virgin Money and extended our Branch Promise. Everywhere we have a branch, we promise to be there until at least the start of 2028.
Nationwide partners with Signly to launch sign language support
21 March 2024
Find out how we’re making it easier for our Deaf and hard of hearing customers to access essential financial information and support.
Nationwide and Virgin Money
7 March 2024
We are considering making an offer to acquire Virgin Money. If accepted by Virgin Money’s shareholders it will create a stronger building society better placed to deliver value to you, both now and in the future.
There's no competition in Windsor
04 March 2024
We’re the last branch standing in over 96 UK towns. Find out how we’re celebrating this in Windsor.
Scammers are pretending to be the police
01 March 2024
If you get a call from someone claiming to be the police, it can be hard to say no. But scammers are pretending to be 'undercover officers’.
Fake travel deals and scam holidays
18 Dec 2023
Whether you're booking a dream holiday or a weekend retreat, know the warning signs and how to book your next holiday safely and securely.
Base rate change from the Bank of England
5 July 2023
Find out how mortgages and savings are affected by the change to the base rate.
Impersonation scams
13 April 2023
Scammers are pretending to be trusted organisations. On Take Five Week, learn how to identify and avoid this common scam.
Changes to our payment limits
1 March 2023
By the end of March 2023, we're going to change how much you can pay someone from your Nationwide current account.
Cost of living – how we're here for you
6 February 2023
We continue to work on new ways to support you through these tough times.
Using legal tender
2 November 2022
If you're unsure if your banknotes and coins are legal tender, here is the latest information based on The Bank of England’s announcement.
Withdrawing from the Paym service
28 November 2022
We'll be removing Paym as a payment method for our members from January 2023.
Community Fund winners
21 March 2022
Find out which Northern Ireland charities won our Community Fund grants.
Together, we’ve donated over £1 million to Ukraine
9 May 2022
We’re partnering with the British Red Cross to help those impacted by the situation in Ukraine. Find out more and how to donate.
Scam Checker Service launched
We’re on hand to talk to when you’re not sure about a payment.
Your contactless limit is changing
From 15 October 2021, you’ll be able to make contactless payments in the UK up to £100 from some accounts.
Our Home Support Package
10 August 2020
If you’ve been financially affected by coronavirus, we want to do all we can to help.
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