HDC Warns of Scams Linked to £100 Energy Payment

Harborough District Council is warning residents to be alert to scams linked to a £100 government payment towards energy bills.

The council will be responsible for administering the payment, which is due to go to households in council tax bands A to D.

Harborough District Council is warning residents to be alert to scam emails, phone calls and text messages like this

However, it says it has yet to receive details from the government about how the scheme will operate or how residents will receive the money.

Residents are being urged to be cautious of unexpected emails, text messages or phone calls claiming to be about the payment and requesting bank details.

The council says people should not respond to requests for personal or bank details, or demands to pay a fee to access the money.