UNIVERSAL CREDIT SCAMS

We have been informed about a fake Universal Credit app that is on the App Store and fake Universal Credit texts have been sent to customers. The DWP are working hard to get this investigated and removed.

If you receive any suspicious text messages or calls, please be aware. If you need to access your Universal Credit profile, please visit – Sign in to your Universal Credit account – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

For any advice and what to look out for please visit the following links:

SCAM ALERT – watch out for Universal Credit scammers | MoneyHelper

Staying safe from scammers – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Protect yourself from fraud and cyber crime | Action Fraud