01242800256
TimeLine☎️ 01242800256 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Magrathea Telecommunications Limited. It is part of the phone block 1242800 with a prefix of 01242. The area code 01242 originates from Cheltenham.
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+441242800256+44 1242 80025601242 800256+44-1242-800256
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TimeLine of events for phone number 01242800256
- Fake debt management company alertJun
2022Scam about immunizations, selling insuranceJun
2022Inquiring about COVID-19 vaccine statusJun
2022NHS provides COVID symptom detailsJun
2022Call screening caused frustration, hang-upJun
2022Block unknown callers, save timeJun
2022Fraudulent call about nonexistent debtJun
2022Multiple calls, no response, blockedJun
2022Caller is silent on lineJun
2022Contact at any hourJun
2022Individual claims to represent the NHSJun
2022Warning of potential fraudulent activityJun
2022Not answering unknown phone numbersJun
2022Suspicious; likely a scam callJun
2022Questionable identity, past interactions notedJun
2022Caller with foreign accent claimed fraudJun
2022Opting to block unknown numbersJun
2022Caller hung up, likely scamJun
2022Unrecognized number calls repeatedly, harassingJun
2022Upset over persistent debt harassmentJun
2022Received suspicious call about vaccinesJun
2022Telemarketer asked about vaccinations, insuranceJun
2022Silent caller hung up suddenlyJun
2022Caller asked about vaccination statusJun
2022Received false calls from IndiaJun
2022Answered silent call, likely spamJun
2022Inquiry about vaccination, multiple callsJun
2022Fake call from fake Citizens AdviceJun
2022COVID vaccine questioned for insuranceJun
2022Received a call then disconnectedJun
2022Confusing exchange about Covid vaccinesJun
2022Refused call from Indian manJun
2022Caller inquiring about vaccination statusJun
2022User faced a phishing attemptJun
2022Scam call regarding fake vaccinationJun
2022Received suspicious call from scammerJun
2022Received call from wrong personJun
2022Suspicious inquiry combining health insuranceJun
2022Caller falsely reported outstanding debitsJun
2022Phone scammer from supposed NHSJun
2022Number Of Searches: 288 Number Of Comments: 35 First Seen: 03 June 2022 General Reputation: negativeThis number has recently been searched from Bardrainney(East Renfrewshire), Fackley(Nottinghamshire) and Vickerstown(Cumbria).
01242800256 has 35 comments of which 31 x neutral and 4 x negative
01242800256 Summary (Read all comments)
Phone number ☎️ 01242800256 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance and likely scam call originating from a number based in Cheltenham, frequently used by callers claiming to represent government health bodies, debt management firms, or Citizens Advice. Callers often inquire about Covid-19 vaccination status, life insurance, or debts, but provide unclear or evasive responses when challenged. Many users report silent calls, hang-ups, or aggressive questioning, often accompanied by foreign accents. This number has been linked to attempts to obtain personal and financial information fraudulently, with some callers masquerading as official agencies but offering dubious services. Recipients are advised to avoid sharing any details, block the number, and report suspicious activity to official authorities. Reliable agencies do not cold call for such sensitive information.
Reports on phone number 01242800256
4 yearsThis appears to be a fraudulent debt management firm.4 yearsI got a call earlier saying they were just checking up on my Covid jab status, but it was really just a sneaky way to push life insurance on me. I cut the call off straight away once I caught on to what was going on.4 yearsReceived a call from 01242800256, they wanted to check if I'd had my Covid jab or not.4 yearsI switched on call screening and just ended the call straight away.4 yearsAnswered the call but no one spoke. The number ended with 54, so I blocked it. Then a 55 number called me three times in just a few hours. After blocking that one, a 56 number tried ringing. I've blocked all of them now.4 yearsI received a rather dubious phone call from someone claiming to be with Citizens Advice, offering to assist me in clearing some supposed credit obligations. The thing is, I have no outstanding debts whatsoever. The last time I had any financial commitments was a good five years back for a vehicle purchase, but that’s all been squared away since then. Quite the unsolicited offer, if you ask me!Citizens Advice4 yearsI always check unknown numbers on this site before picking up, I just don’t answer calls from people I don’t recognise.4 yearsi just started blocking any numbers that dont leave a message. like, if it’s really important, they’ll drop a voicemail or something, right? honestly, i’ve had it with random calls and wasting time trying to figure out who they were. nowadays, if no message, straight to block. it’s getting way too much. if it’s urgent, they’ll leave a voicemail or send a letter like back in the day!4 yearsThis number, 01242 800256, has rang me a couple times today and also once on Tuesday 7th June 2022. I don’t know who it is, when I pick up no one says anything then they just drop the call. It’s really annoying and feels like harassment.4 yearsThey keep ringing me up at all hours, like day and night, non stop. It’s really annoying!4 yearsI got a call from someone saying they were from Citizens Advice UK, which struck me as strange since I never asked for advice or got in touch with them before. I've heard from them before about checking my credit, but I didn't share any info this time either.Citizens Advice UK4 yearsdefinitely a scam, dont trust that number at all!4 yearsI got a call from them saying they could assist with an IVA, but I’m already going through one. When I mentioned that, they just ended the call. Seems like a total scam to me, especially since you can’t ring them back - the number’s impossible to find.4 yearsDidn’t leave a message and hung up as soon as I didn’t pick up. Definitely a scam, so I’ve blocked the number.4 yearsI ignored the call since they left no voicemail. Sounds like just another telemarketer or scammer trying to pitch me stuff. Honestly, I’m pretty tired of these annoying calls, so I’m going to block the number now.4 yearsGot a call from someone speaking with an Indian accent asking if I was vaccinated. Couldn't figure out why they'd want to know that, so I just thought it was a scam and ended the call.4 yearsGot a call from a lady who wanted to know if I’d gone for a third jab. Then she started asking about my life insurance and what my monthly payments were.4 yearsThey just stayed quiet on the line and then suddenly ended the call.4 yearsGot a call from a person speaking with an Indian accent who asked if I was vaccinated. Couldn't figure out what the point was, thought it might be some kind of scam, so I just ended the call.4 yearsI’ve been getting calls a few times from the very same number, but each time it’s about something totally different. One time it was about loans, another about debt help, and now they’re talking about vaccine compensation. What’s weird is they always ask for bank details and personal info upfront, which is just daft. I looked into it, and they seem to be operating out of India. I’m 100% certain they’re using some local contacts to tap into shady databases or the dark web. Honestly, just steer clear of them. If something feels off, chances are it really is dodgy. And if it sounds too good to be true, well, it probably is.India4 yearsGot a call and picked up but said nothing. The caller ended the call right away. My phone provider flagged it as spam, so I reckon it was just another junk call.4 yearsJust got a call from a Cheltenham number, they asked if I’d had my vaccine and then cut me off straight away. I’ve noticed a bunch of calls from nearby Cheltenham numbers over the last few days doing the same thing.Cheltenham4 yearsSome bloke said he was ringing from citizens advice - having worked there myself, I can tell you they never ring people out of the blue like that. Plus, no way do they demand you give your name, but when I wouldn’t, he kept pressuring me. Total scam if you ask me.Citizens Advice Bureau4 yearsGot a call from a Cheltenham number but the caller said they were from ‘London public health’. They were asking questions about my vaccine status and something to do with life insurance. Bit odd, really.Public Health LondonCheltenham4 yearsThey rang me but then just dropped the call right away...4 yearsI got called and asked some questions about Covid vaccines and if I’m happy with the doctor’s practice. Then they started asking about life insurance and who my provider was. So I mess with them and said it was my oven brand. When I asked what that had to do with Covid, the bloke just hung up on me. Strange!Covid4 yearsI got a call from a guy with an Indian accent claiming to be from Koenig Investigations. I just said "No thanks" and hung up straight away.Koenig Investigations4 yearsGot a call from someone who refused to say their company and kept asking if I'd had my covid jab. When I told them I work in the NHS, they just ended the call straight away.NHS4 yearsSome muppet kept asking for my bank info and credit card details, so I told him to jog on and ended up ringing the cops.4 yearsGot a call from 01242 800 256, said to be Cheltenham, from a bloke with a strong Indian accent. He claimed to be ringing on behalf of the “National Health Service” and asked if I’d got my third jab. I told him he’d have that info already on the medical records and asked what department he was from. He muttered something about the “public health department”. I told him it sounded dodgy and he just hung up.CheltenhamNational Health Service4 yearsA man with a strong Indian accent rang me claiming to be from Public Health England. When I asked for proof, he just said that since he said so, that should be enough. I told him that wasn’t good enough, anyone could claim to be someone else, even me claiming to be the Queen wouldn’t mean it’s true. Then he said he’d get his manager. Another bloke came on but didn’t confirm anything about Public Health England. The first caller came back and was quite rude, accusing me of wasting his time and demanding to know details about my life insurance. I told him I planned to report them to the police and hung up. Don’t hand over any details to these lot!Public Health EnglandQueen4 yearsI got a ring from 01242800256 today, some bloke from India kept asking for a person who doesn’t even have this number. He just cut the call after that.4 yearsPretty sure this was a dodgy call - first they were asking if I’d had any covid jabs, then suddenly started talking about life insurance.COVID4 yearsSome bloke with a Pakistani accent called and claimed I had some unpaid debts. I was pretty puzzled and asked him where he got that info from, ’cause I know I’m all clear. When I told him I didn’t owe anything, he just ended the call right there. Strange, innit?4 yearsI got a call from someone saying they were with the NHS, asking if I’d had all my vaccinations. But when I asked what it was for, the person just ended the call. Weird!NHSSubmit Your Own Report (01242 800256)
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