Scam over COVID 19 tax refund

Avon & Somerset Police have asked people to note that there is a scam email circulating advising that you are entitled to a tax refund of £128.34

Although they have not said who the email will be from, please ensure you are extremely cautious with any emails stating you are owed a tax refund.

The email states that this is a precautionary measure in cooperation with National Insurance and National Health Services, It is NOT. It goes on to suggest the funds can help protect yourself against COVID-19 and to access the funds now by clicking on the blue hyperlink, Please DO NOT do this.

North Wales Police have advised this has already cost the public more than £800,000 in a month and to contact Action Fraud for advice on: 0300 123 2040

If in doubt over any emails you can always check their validity by contacting HMRC directly.