Department and Pension Department (DWP) People have urged people to beware of scams from the fraudsters on the pretext of offering financial assistance from the government.
Due to the limit of profit and Financial assistance on proposal from departmentIt is often copied by scammers to take advantage of people’s financial conditions.
The most recent scam lessons are invited to apply for ‘Energy Assistance Scheme’ to help in the high cost of gas and electricity. Currently there is no plan WPP Under this name, though some support with energy Bill Available to eligible families.
The department advises anyone that they have been cautioned with a lesson to report through the government’s stop! Thinking Danger‘ Campaign. Official guidance from the plan states: “Nobody is cheating with fraud. The criminals behind it targets people online and in their homes, often emotionally manipulating their victims before stealing money or personal data.
“But there is something we can do. To be alert and always take a moment, think and check that whenever we contact, we can help protect ourselves and each other from fraud.”
The warning is made on two weeks on fraud texts in two weeks, as scammers try to target weak people.
Last month, a broad scam that targeted weak pensioners was attempted as fraudsters saw to take advantage of recent changes in winter fuel payments. Although pensioners no longer need to do anything to receive payments, many reported to look at the texts, who are asking them to send financial statements before the immediate time limit to receive the payment.
For people struggling with energy bills, many government -backed schemes are available. The first is the warm home discount, which will provide homes with six million less income with £ 150 directly from its energy bills in this winter. This is above four million last year after the recent rules change.
Some houses may also take advantage of the domestic assistance fund administered by local authorities. Councils have the freedom to administer how they see fit, but provide support with energy bills through many funds. Eligible families should contact their rights to apply.
Along with this, many energy suppliers provide help for people struggling with their energy bills. These include British gas, Scottish Power, EDF, EON and Octopus. Then, those who are interested, need to come into contact to find out what the proposal is.