Winter Fuel Payments.

We are receiving numerous reports of a scam text message and Email which is being sent out on electronic media relating to the winter fuel payments. You will receive a message with similar wording to the below;

“DWP Service Centre: You have not yet completed your application for an energy subsidy for 2024-2025. The subsidy is £300. It is important that you submit your application by (Date). Late applications will not be processed. (LINK) (Please reply “yes” and then exit the text message and re-open to activate the link, or copy the link and open it in your browser). Have a great day, DWP.”

It is important that you DO NOT RESPOND TO IT, IMMEDIATELY DELETE IT. Anyone eligible for the payment will receive it automatically.