Originally published February 26 2006
Christmas season creates opportunities for ID theft
by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor
British MPs warn that disposed Christmas cards, gifts and receipts are materials that could be used by identity thieves.
People are being urged to protect against criminals obtaining their identity using the names and addresses from gift tags, envelopes and receipts.
MPs from all parties have produced a checklist on how to keep things secure.
Nigel Evans, Conservative chair of the all-party group on identity fraud, said the public should not make their ID "a gift for criminals this Christmas".
Personal and confidential documents must be kept secure, the all-party committee on identity fraud warns.
Bank and credit card statements, utility bills, receipts and even Christmas cards bearing names and addresses should be shredded before being binned.
Consumers should also check their bank and credit card statements for unusual transactions.
Mr Evans adds: "Receipts from Christmas purchases can also contain sensitive information that criminals can use to piece together an identity.
"My message this Christmas is simple - do not take risks with your identity."
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