Expert: Neil Wileman - 11/2/2006

Question
Hi. I had my purse stolen yesterday with two bank cards and my national insurance card in it.Although i have cancelled the bank cards am i at risk of identity theft or fraud on my accounts and benefits?If so what should i do?Thanks,
       worried female.

Answer
Hi,

You have taken the right steps by cancelling your bank cards.

Might I recommend that you check out the following website.

http://www.cifas.org.uk/identity_fraud.asp

They have all the information you need in relation to identity theft.

Regards

Neil