FRAUD ALERT – Winter Fuel Payment/Energy Allowance Fraud

Message from Stroud District Council

"We are aware of text messages being received, purporting to be sent by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in relation to Winter Fuel/Energy Allowance payments.
The message asks you to click on the link in the text which takes you to a malicious website.
Do not to click on the link contained within the message.
For winter 2025/26, Winter Fuel Payments will be made to those born before September 22, 1959, with those having an income under £35,000 potentially receiving between £100 and £300.
Most eligible people will receive the payment automatically in November or December, with a letter indicating the amount and payment details.
Action Fraud advises that you should report a scam by forwarding the text for free to 7726."