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Emma Gill & Aaron Morris

Cadbury issues urgent warning after Easter egg scam emerges online

Cadbury has issued a warning after a potential scam aimed at accessing people's personal information has came to light. The company was in-turn alerted to posts being shared on social media, promising consumers a free Easter chocolate basket.

Parents across the UK were among those to receive the posts from other social media users, who thought they were benefiting from a treat free of charge. Stating 'Cadbury FREE Easter Chocolate Basket' the link actually took people to a website where they were asked to submit their personal information - The Manchester Evening News Reports.

However, this afternoon, the company has issued a notice warning people around the world about the scam - urging them not to share any private details.

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