New DWP and PIP scam warnings issued as criminals target people applying for benefits

dailyrecord.co.uk:

The UK’s leading fraud prevention service is highlighting the latest scams and warning everyone to stay vigilant of the ever-evolving tactics that scammers are using to steal money and information.

Cifas is urging people to be on their guard as crooks are targeting people who are making new claims for Universal Credit or disability benefits.

They are also making contact with Council Tax customers about bogus refunds and one set of callous criminals are even pretending to be from a law firm trying to clawback energy debts that don’t exist.

The latest scams come less than a week after HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) warned everyone with a UK Government Gateway login to be vigilant on social media following reports of scammers trying to “borrow” these details for a fee.