⚠️Alert – Counterfeit £20 Notes ⚠️

We have received reports that counterfeit £20 notes are currently circulating in the Gnosall area.

Please remain vigilant when handling cash. We encourage both businesses and members of the public to take extra care when accepting £20 notes.

🔍 How to protect yourself:

Check the note carefully – feel the texture (genuine notes are printed on polymer and feel smooth and slightly slippery).

Look for key security features, including:

Be cautious of damaged or unusual-looking notes

Use UV lights or note-checking pens/devices where available

🏪 Advice for businesses:

Train staff to recognise genuine notes and follow checking procedures

Consider displaying signage stating notes will be checked

If a suspicious note is identified, do not return it to the passer – follow your procedures and report it

📞 Reporting:

If you believe you have received a counterfeit note, please report it to Police on 101 or via Action Fraud (www.actionfraud.police.uk).

If a crime is in progress, always call 999.

Message Sent By
Gareth Higgins
(Staffordshire Police, PCSO/Rural Crime Officer, Eccleshall, Swynnerton & Gnosall)