P203 CEEFAX 203 Sun 9 Apr 02:34/00 1/3 PLASTIC CARD FRAUD The 1995 Card Watch campaign was launched in March with the primary theme "It only takes a moment....". The crime busting programme is ryn by APACS, the Association for Payment Clearing Services, which represents all the main high street banks and building societiesN Previous campaigns have proved successfulN Last year alone, fraud losses on credit cards were cut by 24% to £43.5m, on debit cards by 33% to £23.9m, on charge cards by 17% to £11.6m and on cheque guarantee cards by 20% to £16.4mN Unit Trusts 207 Savings 260 Update Arrivals Stocks UT PanelP203 CEEFAX 203 Sun 9 Apr 02:36/11 2/3 PLASTIC CARD FRAUD The 1995 Card Watch campaign says to remember that "It only takes a moment......" * for a thief to steal your cards - and other personal belongings such as your keys, diary and personal papers which may allow them to commit further crimes in your name * to check your cards are safe * to report your cards missing * for retailers to checs card transations carefully and prevent fraudulent transactions Unit Trusts 207 Savings 260 Update Arrivals Stocks UT PanelP203 CEEFAX 203 Sun 9 Apr 02:34/20 3/3 PLASTIC CARD FRAUD Card Watch has the following advice for all plastic card users: * don't keep your cheque book with your cards * don't tell anyone your PIN and don't write it down * if you use a bag, carry it firmly with the clasp towards you; a money belt, bumbag or secure inside pocket is best for valuables * don't leave cards unattended in a car, bag, briefcase or jacket * at work, keep valuables locked up Unit Trusts 207 Savings 260 Update Arrivals Stocks UT Panel