Knowsley residents are being warned to be vigilant against text messages purporting to be from Government departments.
Scam text messages talking about “cost of living subsidies”, “winter heating subsidies” and other support is being sent to residents, claiming to be from the Department of Work and Pensions and the Home Office.
The messages contain links where you may be asked to provide personal details or make a payment.
You should never click on the link, provide any personal details including bank details or make any sort of payment.
You can report scam websites to the National Cyber Security Centre and texts can be forwarded to 7726.
You can also report the scam to Action Fraud.
You can find more details about protecting yourself online here.