Online Identity IssuesIdentity Fraud (or Identity Theft) is the fastest growing type of fraud in the UK and can take one of two forms:

• Identity Theft is the misappropriation of the identity (such as name, date of birth, current or previous addresses) of another person without their knowledge or consent.

• Identity Fraud is the use of a misappropriated identity in criminal activity, to obtain goods or services by deception.

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