Criminals are continuing to impersonate the Government’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). You do not need to do anything to receive the Winter Fuel Payment if you are eligible.

We are warning everyone to look out for scam text messages about the Winter Fuel Payment. Criminals are claiming to be from DWP and sending out texts urging people to ‘apply’ for their Winter Fuel Payments. They might even ask for a small money transfer to ‘check’ your card is working. This is a scam.

How can you protect yourself?

• Report it as junk and delete the message immediately.
• Do not click on the link or share your personal or financial information.
• Head to the legitimate Government’s website for more information on the Winter Fuel Payment changes.
• Contact your bank immediately if you think you’ve been scammed.

Find out more about the Winter Fuel Payment on the official government website: https://www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment.

 

Example of DWP Winter Fuel Payment scam.