Caller scams
Scam telephone call warning January 2021
This service has recently received information that consumers are receiving a telephone call with an automated message informing then that they are about to be investigated for tax fraud and the to enter an option on the keypad.
Such telephone calls are usually used to 'harvest' your contact details by asking you personal questions and then using your details for illegal purposes. If you should receive such a call or a text message PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND TO IT. Ignore the call or message and report the number to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or via the Action Fraud website.