Energy / Utility Scam
Fraudsters claim to be from energy firms such as British Gas or EDF. They talk about new tariffs or unpaid bills and push you to hand over bank details.
What Callers Typically Say
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How to Stay Safe
Do
- Look up the number on CallerCheck before answering
- Hang up and call the organisation on their official number
- Report the call to help protect others
Don't
- Give out personal or financial information
- Feel pressured to act quickly or make instant decisions
- Trust caller ID — numbers can be spoofed
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