People awaiting the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) Cost of Living payment in the coming weeks and months are said to be a target for fraudsters.
This has led to the service issuing a stern warning urging people not to be fooled by scammers, SomersetLive reports. Payments of hundreds of pounds are being paid out to households struggling during the cost of living crisis as food prices and energy bills continue to soar.
Among the support being provided by the DWP is £650 split over two payments for those claiming benefits such as Universal Credit, Jobseeker's Allowance and Income Support. However, this has led to scammers targeting the vulnerable who are in need of financial support.
