TV Licence holders across the country are being issued a warning as the number targeted email scams increases.
According to Action Fraud, which monitors cases of cyber crime, there have been over 3,400 reports of fraudsters using the TV licence as the subject of their con attempt in just two weeks.
The concern comes as those who have clicked on the links included in the scam email have seen their personal data and financial details stollen after being asked to input information on such as credit card or bank details online, reports the Mirror. The emails tell recipients that they are required to take urgent action to avoid being fined by the TV Licensing Board, causing alarm and meaning many click through and submit their details without a second thought.
