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We’re urging local businesses and residents to stay alert following reports of counterfeit £20 notes being used in Witney.
Officers have received several incidents where fake notes were passed in shops.
To help protect yourself:
• Check security features such as holograms, raised print, and the see‑through window
• Look for signs of tampering — including clear sticky tape added to damaged areas, which can indicate a note has been altered
• Use counterfeit‑detecting pens or UV lights if available
• Report suspicious behaviour to us as soon as possible
• Keep CCTV footage if you believe a fake note has been used
For further information, including how to check various denominations and what to do if you have a counterfeit banknote, please see the following link from the Bank of England:
How to check your banknotes | Bank of England
If you think you’ve been handed a counterfeit note, please contact us via 101. | 
