Beware - Energy Bill Scam Texts
Be aware of scam texts that are flooding the phones of people with the incoming energy bill discounts.
If you are eligible for the discount, any funds will automatically be applied to your account. The Department for Work and Pensions also added that:
- You do not need to apply for the payment.
- You do not need to call them.
- The DWP will never ask for personal details by SMS or email.
To report a message you think might be a scam, forward the text to the number 7726, free of charge. It will then be investigated as fraudulent.
For more information on scams, how to avoid them and what to do if you fall victim, this excellent article from MoneySavingExpert has everything you need.