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WHILE most people have been stepping up to help their community at this difficult time, there has unfortunately been an increase in coronavirus related scams across London.

It is always important to remain vigilant, especially when buying online or accepting help from unknown people.

Please be aware that NHS staff are not going door to door. If someone knocks on your door claiming to be conducting coronavirus tests, do not let them in to your house and immediately call the police.

How to protect yourself:

1. Watch out for scam messages
Don’t click on links or attachments in suspicious emails, and never respond to unsolicited messages and calls asking for your personal or financial details. Remain alert for malicious emails offering testing kits of coronavirus.

2. Take precautions when shopping online
If you are buying anything from a company or person you do not know and trust, carry out thorough research into them to make sure they are legitimate.

For more information, visit actionfraud.police.uk

For further advice on online scams you can also get in touch with Citizens Advice.

Residents who believe that they are a victim of fraud should report the matter as soon as possible via the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline number on 0808 223 1133.