A DISTRICT Council has warned people to be ware of council tax refund scam messages.
A spokesman from South Lakeland District council said: “If you receive a phone call, email or text message offering a council tax refund or a council tax reassessment, please do not give out any personal information, particularly bank account or debit/credit card details.
“Delete any emails or texts straight away and block the sender; do not reply to or click on any links. If you receive a phone call, end the call as quickly as possible.
“We would not ring you and ask for your bank details over the phone. If you are in any doubt please call us on 01539 733333.
“To report a scam contact Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.”
