There's been an 80 percent increase in text, call and email fraud over the past two years
More than 640,000 euro was reported stolen to gardaí through these means in 2020.
The most common types are claiming to be from a bank, where people are invited to click a link, and then reveal their personal details.
The oldest person to be targeted was an 88 year old who was scammed last month.
Wicklow Eco Trail Festival Receives Massive Shot In The Arm
The Wicklow Eco Trail Festival has been awarded €90,000 in funding under Fáilte Ireland’s new Strategic Festival Tourism Portfolio. The initiative allocates €3.9m to 38 festivals nationwide, aiming to promote authentic, off-season tourism, strengthen local businesses, and support Ireland’s 210,000 tourism jobs.
Calling on Wicklow to ‘Gift a Book’ and change a child’s life this Christmas
The national charity is partnering with community groups and charities in Wicklow.
Study Reveals Wicklow Is Struggling With EV Charging Infrastructure
Wicklow ranks among Ireland’s counties with limited EV charging infrastructure, highlighting the need for expanded support as electric vehicle adoption grows.
Wicklow In Top Five Counties For Hardest Workers In National Index
Wicklow has been ranked the 4th hardest-working county in Ireland, with new research highlighting its long commutes, strong employment levels, and exceptional workforce dedication.
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