Why it matters: Trading Standards officials say scammers are targeting vulnerable residents with convincing fake messages that appear to be from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
The big picture: The scam text messages tell residents they are eligible for £900 from the Household Support Fund if they:
Click on an included link
Pay £1
Provide their bank details
How to spot the scam: The DWP will never:
Ask you to pay money to receive benefits or support
Request your bank details via text message
Send links asking for personal information
What you should do:
Do not click any links
Do not provide bank details
Forward suspicious messages to 7726 to report them
The bottom line: Residents seeking legitimate information about the Household Support Fund in Suffolk can find details on the Suffolk County Council website. If you receive a text, make sure you report it.
