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Beware of these bogus text messages that state you are entitled to a grant due to the current lockdown.
These texts have been sent by criminals who have created fake websites. The websites that the text links to has been created to look similar to the government website, with the same branding, layout and font choices.
DO NOT CLICK ON THE LINK.
If you think you have provided scammers with your financial details, contact your bank immediately.
If you receive what you think is a fake message, forward the text message, including the phone number or company name, to 7726. It won’t cost you anything and it means your phone provider can investigate the sender.
Report all scams to us via Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133.