01298970803

☎️ 01298970803 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Localphone Limited. It is part of the phone block 129897 with a prefix of 01298. The area code 01298 originates from Buxton.

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+441298970803+44 1298 97080301298 970803+44-1298-970803

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01298 970803 Tagged as:

national insurance telephone preference service benefit life insurance aig india pakistan buxton uk treasury

TimeLine of events for phone number 01298970803

  • Life insurance scam, time wasters
    Jan
    2022
  • Scammer pretending to be IRS
    Jan
    2022
  • Collecting details for national insurance scam
    Dec
    2021
  • Alleged crime involvement, awaiting arrest
    Dec
    2021
  • Missed call, number not known
    Dec
    2021
  • Warning about scam phone call
    Dec
    2021
  • Received scam call, ignore/block number
    Dec
    2021
  • Call displayed odd dial tone
    Aug
    2021
  • Warning about fraud or deception
    Aug
    2021
  • Issues with insurance call center
    Aug
    2021
  • Repeated nuisance calls from same number
    Aug
    2021
  • Unknown person constantly calling
    Aug
    2021
  • Comment is unsure, lack knowledge
    Aug
    2021
  • Inquired about life insurance details
    Aug
    2021
  • Ignored UK benefits offer politely
    Aug
    2021
  • Phone ringing, no connection, frustrating
    Aug
    2021
  • Persistent silent phone calls
    Aug
    2021
  • Missed two phone calls timings
    Aug
    2021
  • Dealing with unsolicited insurance call
    Aug
    2021
  • Annoying phone call about insurance
    Aug
    2021
Number Of Searches: 157 Number Of Comments: 19 First Seen: 21 August 2021 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Flyford Flavell(Worcestershire) and Lenziemill(North Lanarkshire).

01298970803 has 19 comments of which 1 x negative and 18 x neutral

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01298970803 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01298970803 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance originating from a call centre, frequently targeting individuals with threats related to National Insurance fraud or life insurance renewals. Many users identify it as a scam, often featuring aggressive or automated calls demanding personal information or payments. The callers often claim involvement with government or insurance agencies but fail to provide credible details. Several have experienced immediate disconnections upon answering or replying, with some calls featuring non-native English speakers. Recipients advise blocking the number and ignoring attempts to engage, especially as many are registered with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). Overall, this number is best regarded with suspicion and should not be responded to.

Reports on phone number 01298970803

5 years
I've been getting calls about renewing my life insurance, and honestly, it’s a bit dodgy. Seems like a complete waste of time to me!
5 years
I received a call from 01298970803, which appears to be a business based in Buxton, claiming that my national insurance number was somehow implicated in serious criminal activities and that I was on the verge of being arrested later today. What a joke! It's utterly ridiculous. You can't simply have your national insurance number swiped - it’s tied directly to the UK Treasury, and anyone who might genuinely need to get in touch about such matters wouldn’t call you, they'd simply arrest you. These blokes are clearly just con artists trying to swindle innocent folk. Honestly, it’s not a legitimate job; it’s outright theft! Rather than resorting to these petty scams, perhaps they’d be better off channelling their energies into designing video games or something productive. Absolute morons! They really need to come up with more inventive schemes than the tired old national insurance scam.
BuxtonUK Treasury
5 years
It seems I've stumbled upon a National Insurance scam. What information should I collect?
National Insurance
5 years
I've heard that my NI number has reportedly been linked to some criminal activity. I'm quite curious to see if there's an arrest happening later today.
5 years
Received a call on the 6th of December, 2021, but there was no response on my end. I’m unfamiliar with the number. This is the second attempt from this same caller, so I presume the initial call may have been an error. They didn't leave any voicemail either.
5 years
I received an automated call from this number claiming that my National Insurance number has been linked to fraudulent activities. They urged me to press 1 to get in touch with them. It's clearly a scam, so it's best to steer clear of it and not engage at all.
National Insurance
5 years
I’ve just received a phone call from someone sounding very much like an irate headteacher, claiming that my National Insurance number is linked to significant criminal conduct. They went on to state that I am going to be arrested later today, and they’ll be confiscating all my belongings. There was an option to press one to connect with an agent, but honestly, it’s obviously a scam! I would strongly advise blocking this number and not giving it a second thought!
National Insurance
5 years
When I picked up the call, there was just a dial tone right away, but when I tried ringing the number again, it said the number doesn’t exist.
5 years
Total rip off, definitely scammers calling me nonstop!
5 years
I had a rather frustrating chat with someone from the insurance benefits department. When I mentioned that I'm with AIG and have no intention of changing providers, it seemed to confuse her. She insisted it wasn't about switching, but honestly, it felt like a load of rubbish since she kept probing about my premium. I told her quite firmly it was none of her concern and promptly blocked her number. Typical of those call centres staffed by folks from India or Pakistan, if you ask me!
AIGIndiaPakistan
5 years
I received a call from this number yesterday and promptly blocked it, yet they’ve already tried to contact me again today. Honestly, these callers are quite bothersome!
5 years
Not too sure about this one.
5 years
I was keen to find out details about my life insurance policy and the provider, but when I inquired, they insisted on prying into my affairs. I firmly told them it was really none of their concern and advised them to take a hike.
5 years
He was talking about UK benefits but I couldn’t really get what he was saying, sounded like he wasn’t from around here. I politely told him no thanks and then just blocked the number.
5 years
It only rang a couple of times then hung up before the message even began.
5 years
I'm not sure who it could be, but they've been calling nonstop for a few days now and it never actually goes through.
5 years
phone rings loads but no one talks when i pick up
5 years
I received a call from someone who seemed overly curious about my life insurance details and wanted to know who I was currently with. I decided to have a bit of fun and spun a web of elaborate falsehoods. The chap then claimed he’d connect me with his manager for a supposedly fantastic quote. Just as I was gearing up for more banter, the call abruptly disconnected. I often indulge these callers and prolong the conversation purely for my amusement. Considering I’m registered with the Telephone Preference Service, they shouldn’t even be attempting to contact me in the first place!
Telephone Preference Service
5 years
I received a call from "Benefit Life Insurance", inquiring about the amount I had paid to Scottish Friendly for my life insurance policy. The person on the other end, who had a distinct Asian accent, sounded like they were from a call centre. They insisted that they always send out written correspondence and that they weren't keen on discussing my insurance details over the phone. And just like that, they hung up on me-how amusing!
Benefit Life Insurance

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