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HMRC warns of Self-Assessment scams


HMRC is warning Self-Assessment customers to be aware of fraudulent emails

Richard Young

Posted 18 November 2021 | JoTS Online


Content Tags:  Updates|Crime|National


UPDATES: As the Self Assessment deadline approaches, HMRC is warning taxpayers to be alert to a surge in phishing emails, texts and phone calls designed to steal money and personal information. The advice explains how to recognise common scams and report suspicious contact.

With the Self-Assessment tax deadline of 31 January 2022 looming, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging customers to be on their guard against fraudsters attempting to steal their money or personal information. Nearly 800,000 tax-related scams were reported in the past year, including almost 360,000 bogus tax rebate referrals.

HMRC is issuing more than 4 million emails and SMS text mess...

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