Cumbria Police have issued a warning to businesses and residents across Cumbria to be ‘vigilant’ following the circulation of counterfeit £20 bank notes.
A spokesperson for Cumbria Police said: “Information has been received surrounding circulation of counterfeit bank notes, specifically £20 English notes.
“We ask that businesses and residents be vigilant around checking bank notes and reporting to police should you believe you are in possession of any suspicious cash.
“If you have information about someone making, selling or using counterfeit banknotes, please contact the police or phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
The Bank of England have provided guidance on their website on features to look out for in respect of fake notes: https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/banknotes/counterfeit-banknotes/how-to-check-your-banknotes
Guidence on £20 notes - https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/banknotes/polymer-20-pound-note
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