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Gerry MacCrossan

HMRC Scam Warning


With the 31st of  January self-assessment deadline just around the corner, HMRC is urging taxpayers to stay vigilant against scams. Over the past year, scam reports to HMRC have risen by 16.7%, with nearly 150,000 reports made by November 2024. Many of these were fake tax rebate claims.

Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself:

  • HMRC will never ask for personal or financial details via text message.
  • They also won’t leave threatening voicemails about legal action or arrest.

If you get a message claiming to be from HMRC that asks for personal details or offers a tax rebate, check the official guidance on GOV.UK to confirm if it’s a scam. Identify HMRC-related scams.

If you have concerns or need guidance on self-assessment or staying safe from scams, contact mail@mmgca.co.uk for advice.