Be wary of Council Tax scam

A number of Cheshire residents have received phone calls from a company suggesting they are in the wrong Council Tax band and offering to get them a refund.

Residents in Wilmslow and Handforth have been contacted by someone offering to look into whether they are entitled to a rebranding of their Council Tax and trying to arrange appointments to discuss this further.

Police are advising residents to be aware of a possible fraud taking place.

These type of companies will often charge a fee for a service that consumers can do themselves and often provide misleading information so consumers part with their money.

PC Wadsworth has advised “Whilst some of these firms may be genuine, we would advise residents to be cautious and undertake their own research before signing any agreements. Further advice can be found on the Valuation Office Agency website.”

You can have your band checked free of charge by contacting your local Valuation Office.