Pensioners warned of Winter Fuel Payment scams

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 10:32 · Archive

Pensioners are being warned to watch out for scams about Winter Fuel Payments as letters about the payments are due to arrive.

Pensioners are being warned to stay vigilant against Winter Fuel Payment scams as letters informing eligible pensioners about their payments are due to arrive in the coming weeks. Norfolk Trading Standards has warned that payment scams often start earlier than people think.

These scams typically involve messages stating that recipients need to apply for the payment, confirm personal details or provide bank account information. The intention is to steal personal and financial information, potentially leading to identity fraud or financial loss.

Most eligible individuals receive their Winter Fuel Payments automatically. A spokesman for Norfolk Trading Standards said: 'Last year, criminals targeted UK adults between August and October, and this year is likely to be no different.' Government departments will not contact recipients via text message requesting bank details or directing them to a website to claim a payment. 'You should not need to apply, and you will never be asked to provide personal or banking details by text message or email,' the spokesman added.

How it is being reported

• Warning issued as Winter Fuel Payment scammers target pensionersPensioners are being warned by Norfolk Trading Standards to be vigilant against scams regarding the Winter Fuel Payment.Eastern Daily Press · 13 Oct, 10:18
• Warning issued as Winter Fuel Payment scammers target pensionersPensioners are being warned by Norfolk Trading Standards to be vigilant against scams regarding the Winter Fuel Payment.Norwich Evening News · 13 Oct, 10:18

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