28/05/2026
⚠️ Scam Alert: Stay vigilant
HMRC is warning pensioners to be extra cautious as Winter Fuel Payment recoveries begin.
Scammers often use fake emails, texts, letters and phone calls pretending to be HMRC in an attempt to steal personal information or money.
For many people, any repayment will simply be handled through a PAYE tax code adjustment, meaning there is often no need to contact HMRC directly.
If something doesn’t feel right, pause before clicking links or sharing details. When in doubt, check directly through official HMRC channels.
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