SCAM ALERT- fraudulent emails, texts & calls for vaccinations

22nd February 2021

As coronavirus vaccines are being rolled out across the UK, fraudsters are using this opportunity to scam people.  The NHS is warning everyone to be vigilant about fake vaccination invitations.  These scam emails, calls or text often ask for personal infomation, but the vaccine is free and the NHS would never ask for your bank details.

The National Cyber Security Centre and Action Fraud have asked anyone who receives a suspicious email, call or text to report it at the following link-

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/suspicious-email-actions

BBC Asian Network is helping people in the South Asian community to spot potential scams, with advice videos in five South Asian languages click to view-

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-56026241