New energy payment scam warning from Lancaster City Council
Lancaster City Council are warning of scams linked to the new household energy payment.
A spokesman for Lancaster City Council said: “The Government has announced that eligible households in Council Tax bands A to D will receive £100 towards their energy costs.
“Payments will begin from January 2027 and you do not need to do anything at the moment.
“If you pay your Council Tax by Direct Debit, we already have the bank details needed to make the payment. We will not need to contact you to ask for them again.
“If you don’t pay by Direct Debit, we will let you know how to apply once arrangements are in place to apply.
“Please do not give out your bank or personal details to anyone who contacts you unexpectedly about this payment.
“We’ll provide more information as soon as we receive detailed guidance from the Government.”