Following the release of the new £50 note, the Bank of England has released free training materials for businesses so that you and your staff know what to do if you find a counterfeit bank note.
Watch the video below to find out more.
What to do if you've been handed a counterfeit note:
- Knowingly holding onto, or passing couterfeit notes is illegal.
- Make sure all employees understand your company policy regarding counterfeit notes and know what to say to customers.
- If you feel at risk, give the note back to the customer and ask for another form of payment. If you suspect the customer is purposefully trying to pass a counterfeit note, call the police, and if you have kept the note hand it over to them.
Access free training materials here
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