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Counterfeit Currency

8th of March, 2026

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Lancashire Constabulary have recently issued the attached notice, warning of counterfeit £10 and £20 notes circulating in the Wyre area. Key things to look for include:-

Checking the hologram image change on notes, ensuring that the words change between the value of the note and pounds when tilted from side to side.

Check the see through window on their cash, ensuring the foil is gold on the front of £5 and £10 notes, gold and blue on the front of £20 notes and silver on the back of all notes. Legitimate notes should also be thin and flexible, with the words 'Bank of England' slightly raised.

 

 

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