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01623682236

☎️ 01623682236 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by BT. It is part of the phone block 162368 with a prefix of 01623. The area code 01623 originates from Mansfield.

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01623 682236 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01623682236

  • Missed call, blocked number, essences.
    Nov
    2018
  • Questionable call concerning possible scam
    Mar
    2016
  • Received suspicious phone call scam
    Feb
    2016
  • Possible scam phone call alert
    Feb
    2016
  • Missed calls, no new voicemail
    Feb
    2016
  • Received scam call about payments
    Feb
    2016
  • Suspicious call from James Taylor
    Feb
    2016
  • Fraudulent tax refund check scheme
    Feb
    2016
  • Unwanted call slipped through
    Feb
    2016
  • Mumbai scammers, unknown bank charges
    Feb
    2016
  • Received suspicious call, possible scam
    Jan
    2016
  • User shared fraudulent intent, barred number
    Jan
    2016
  • Claimed to send a check
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call targeting elderly parents
    Jan
    2016
  • Ignoring repeated calls from unknown numbers
    Jan
    2016
  • Unknown international number calls twice
    Jan
    2016
  • Received international call, no response
    Jan
    2016
  • Received suspicious call from scammer
    Jan
    2016
  • Missed call from unknown number
    Jan
    2016
  • Asked for wrong person rudely
    Jan
    2016
  • Suspicious call about bank refund
    Jan
    2016
  • Frustration with inability to disconnect
    Jan
    2016
  • Annoying call, wish to stop
    Jan
    2016
  • Repeated silent, mysterious calls at 8:50
    Jan
    2016
  • Multiple calls with unclear intentions
    Jan
    2016
  • Caller hung up abruptly, frustrating
    Jan
    2016
  • Frequent scam calls, possible connection
    Jan
    2016
  • Received call about bank charges confirmation
    Jan
    2016
  • Phone scam, suspicious caller, report
    Jan
    2016
  • Received suspicious call, reported it
    Jan
    2016
  • Missed call from unknown number
    Jan
    2016
  • Caller hung up, blocked number
    Jan
    2016
  • Scammer caller with persistent questioning
    Jan
    2016
  • Received a scam call, ignored
    Jan
    2016
  • Suspicious call about owed money
    Jan
    2016
  • Unwanted call from Asian man
    Jan
    2016
  • Call immediately disconnected upon answering
    Jan
    2016
  • Rude calls persist despite requests
    Jan
    2016
  • Potential scam call reported
    Jan
    2016
  • Mother-in-law harassment reported to police
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call from fake government
    Jan
    2016
  • Received rude call, hung up
    Jan
    2016
  • Received suspicious call asking for money
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call claiming government debt
    Jan
    2016
  • Call received, hung up immediately
    Jan
    2016
  • Lunchtime interrupted by phone call
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call about bank refund
    Jan
    2016
  • Received suspicious call, number possibly legitimate
    Jan
    2016
  • Identified as a scam call
    Jan
    2016
  • Caller abruptly hangs up during call
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call, silence, hung up
    Jan
    2016
  • Not listed in the phone book
    Jan
    2016
  • Phone number called after disconnection
    Jan
    2016
  • Unwanted call with offensive response
    Jan
    2016
  • Received a call in morning
    Jan
    2016
  • Caller had strong Asian accent
    Jan
    2016
  • Phone call scam attempt: be cautious
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call from listed number
    Jan
    2016
  • Missed call from user today
    Jan
    2016
  • User finds situation frustrating
    Jan
    2016
  • Unwanted call reminded of bereavement
    Jan
    2016
  • Suspicious call, personal information used
    Jan
    2016
  • Repeated calls, no message, nuisance
    Jan
    2016
  • Frequent abusive scam phone calls
    Jan
    2016
  • Numerous missed calls from unknown number
    Jan
    2016
  • Companies should have calling rights
    Jan
    2016
  • Received call with Asian accent
    Jan
    2016
  • Call from unknown number, unclear message
    Jan
    2016
  • Searching phone book for contacts
    Jan
    2016
  • Avoid cold callers, hang up immediately
    Jan
    2016
  • Frequent nuisance calls, no message
    Jan
    2016
  • Caller hung up immediately
    Jan
    2016
  • Call from scammer about bank charges
    Jan
    2016
  • Government scam call with details
    Jan
    2016
  • Reported scam call from David
    Jan
    2016
  • Repeated international calls; not answered
    Jan
    2016
  • Received suspicious call from "Mike Taylor"
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call regarding bank refund
    Jan
    2016
  • Asking for bank charges refund
    Jan
    2016
  • Caller claims to be Hermione
    Jan
    2016
  • Repeated missed calls, no response
    Jan
    2016
  • Call ended abruptly, seeking revenge
    Jan
    2016
  • Told Mike off and disconnected
    Jan
    2016
  • Repetitive frustrating calls from number
    Jan
    2016
  • User answered call and disconnected
    Jan
    2016
  • Missed call on New Year's Day
    Jan
    2016
  • First call of the year, silent
    Jan
    2016
  • Answered, no one present, disconnected
    Jan
    2016
  • New year pest silent call
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam number falsely claims owed money
    Dec
    2015
  • Receiving frequent silent hang-up calls
    Dec
    2015
  • Seek legal action against caller
    Dec
    2015
  • Suspicious call from Justice Department
    Dec
    2015
  • Attempted fraudulent activity, avoid providing
    Dec
    2015
  • Unwanted call from unknown person
    Dec
    2015
  • Unwanted call raised safety concern
    Dec
    2015
  • Caller hung up immediately after greeting
    Dec
    2015
  • Scam call from fake "MIKE"
    Dec
    2015
  • Receiving calls, no answer
    Dec
    2015
  • Cold call at 4:45 pm
    Dec
    2015
  • Scammer calls about bank charges
    Dec
    2015
  • Suspicious call, likely a scam
    Dec
    2015
  • Beware of scammers posing as David
    Dec
    2015
  • Scam call from "ministry of justice."
    Dec
    2015
  • BT8500 phone filters unwanted calls
    Dec
    2015
  • Scam call from Ministry of Justice
    Dec
    2015
  • Difficult conversation due to accent
    Dec
    2015
  • Scam phone call for refund
    Dec
    2015
  • Suspicious call; refused personal details
    Dec
    2015
  • Repeated unwanted hang-up calls
    Dec
    2015
  • Caller asked for husband, hung up
    Dec
    2015
  • Received scam call from "James Miller."
    Dec
    2015
  • Suspicious cheque scam from Kevin
    Dec
    2015
  • No response when answering call
    Dec
    2015
  • Dialed number was not recognized
    Nov
    2015
  • Annoying caller, background noise present
    Nov
    2015
  • Negative comment about deceitful behavior
    Nov
    2015
  • Negative, prejudiced, advises ignoring calls
    Nov
    2015
  • User hesitant about answering question
    Nov
    2015
  • Caller Stefan falsely claimed repayment
    Nov
    2015
  • Scammer claiming money owed, hangs up
    Nov
    2015
  • User received unexpected spam call
    Nov
    2015
  • Persistent calls with immediate hang-ups
    Nov
    2015
  • Caller rude, no PPI owed
    Nov
    2015
  • Silent calls from potential telemarketer
    Nov
    2015
  • Government scam call from India
    Nov
    2015
  • Indian scam call warning
    Nov
    2015
  • Scam phone call from Ministry
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspicious call, hung up immediately
    Nov
    2015
  • Scam call, mismatched info, hung up
    Nov
    2015
  • Unsolicited call from fake "Ministry"
    Nov
    2015
  • Caller rude, offensive language used
    Nov
    2015
  • Unknown missed calls frequently today
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspicious call from ministry scam
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspicious call, likely a scam
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspicious call; hung up quickly
    Nov
    2015
  • Consistent hang-ups, silence on call
    Nov
    2015
  • Avoided scam, caught them off-guard
    Nov
    2015
  • Scam suspected; police should intervene
    Nov
    2015
  • Scam call targeting elderly individuals
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspected scam targeting vulnerable individuals
    Nov
    2015
  • Accused bank; rude; calls scammer
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspicious call, potential scam reported
    Nov
    2015
  • Received suspicious call, requested information
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspicious scammer, hung up immediately
    Nov
    2015
  • Suspicious call from Government Legal Department
    Nov
    2015
  • Refused to give personal information
    Nov
    2015
  • Received call, hung up immediately
    Nov
    2015
  • Missed call, nuisance, beeps, frequent calls
    Nov
    2015
  • Blocked silent caller; no contact
    Nov
    2015
  • Hang up when asked question
    Nov
    2015
  • Calls end immediately after answering
    Nov
    2015
  • African accent, Ministry of Justice noted
    Nov
    2015
  • Scammer posing as claims representative
    Nov
    2015
  • Warning: Phone number scam alert
    Nov
    2015
  • Offensive comment about ISIS intention
    Nov
    2015
  • Request for bank information denied
    Nov
    2015
  • Responded quickly despite busy line
    Nov
    2015
  • Phone call claiming bank refund
    Nov
    2015
  • Don't engage in conversation
    Nov
    2015
  • Irritating spam call, hung up
    Oct
    2015
  • Call regarding refund for charges
    Oct
    2015
  • "Listed as BT no."
    Oct
    2015
Number Of Searches: 1096 Number Of Comments: 160 First Seen: 13 October 2015 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Bewlie(Scottish Borders), Langold(Nottinghamshire) and Mount Sorrel(Wiltshire).

01623682236 has 160 comments of which 45 x negative and 115 x neutral

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01623682236 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01623682236 👆 is reported as a persistent scam involving callers claiming to represent the UK Ministry of Justice or government advisory groups. The callers, often with South Asian accents, assert that victims are owed refunds for overpaid bank charges and attempt to obtain personal details, including date of birth and bank information. Targets often note incorrect or outdated address details used by the scammers and suspicious behaviour such as immediate hang-ups on answering or refusal to leave voicemail. Many report repeated calls, occasional rudeness, and attempts to pressure or confuse recipients. The consensus strongly advises not to engage or share any personal data, to block the number, and to report such calls, as these tactics are fraudulent and intended to steal sensitive information.

Reports on phone number 01623682236

8 years
Got a call today and tried to leave a message. They started talking just before the voicemail kicked in so I only caught “Then we can update our records.” Blocked the number right after.
10 years
This bloke called James Taylor, but honestly he sounded more like a Sunil Patel. He claimed to have worked for the Ministry of Justice, then for some lawyers connected to them. Weirdly, he had our old address from four years ago, which is a dead giveaway of a scam. He also reckoned I had my partner’s surname, which I’ve never used - another big red flag. I wouldn't give him my birthday either. Pretty odd scam, really - maybe I should’ve just made up a fake date to keep it going?
James TaylorSunil PatelMinistry of Justice
11 years
I’ve just received a call claiming I’m owed some cash due to bank overcharges.
11 years
i got a call today from 01623682236, some Asian lady named Barbara said she was with the uk government. i told her i couldnt hear properly, she then said she’d send me a letter since i couldn’t hear her well. anyone know if this is a scam?
BarbaraUK
11 years
Got a call at 12.45 both today and yesterday, but since I didn't recognise the number and have caller ID, I just let it ring out to voicemail. Nothing was left though.
11 years
Got a call from a bloke with an Asian accent who said his name was James Taylor or something. He claimed I was due some cash and asked which bank I wanted the money sent to. Weirdly, he already knew my name and where I live.
James Taylor
11 years
Got a call from a woman with an Indian accent saying she was from the Ministry of Justice, telling me they were sending cheques for tax overpayments. She even knew our address but asked for my husband’s date of birth. He refused and ended the call. Seems like they’re going after older people. Watch out!
Ministry of Justice
11 years
Suspicious call, no one said a word. How did this even get past? My landline number isn't listed anywhere and I've signed up with the TPS.
Telephone Preference Service
11 years
Typical Mumbai fraudsters. They claimed I owed some fees to a bank but never said which one, what it was about or even confirmed my identity.
Mumbai
11 years
Got a call around midday from someone saying they were with the Ministry of Justice, telling me I was due a cheque because of a refund from a bank for fees I wasn’t supposed to pay. Asked me for my date of birth and which bank account I’d be using for the cheque. He had a really thick accent, maybe Indian, and said his name was Alex Martin! I ended the call after about five minutes. He rang again straight away but I didn’t answer. Seems a bit dodgy to me.
Ministry of JusticeAlex Martin
11 years
Rambling on about how I casually mentioned a nonexistent birthday on the 31st of September, while chatting about my so-called banking with the Bank of Alaska for some dodgy tax avoidance scheme. Just counting down the moments until I get my hands on a hefty cheque. Oh, and I’ve gone ahead and blocked that number... until we meet again!
Bank of Alaska
11 years
They mentioned that a cheque is on its way to us...
11 years
A gentleman with an Indian lilt, who identified himself as Sam Fox, called my elderly parents three times today from this number, insisting that they were due some money from their bank. Thankfully, they saw through his ruse and didn’t fall for it.
Sam Fox
11 years
they called me yesterday and again today. I’ve got caller display and an answer machine, so they can keep ringing but there’s no way I’m picking up. I figure if it’s really important they’ll leave a message. It’s a landline too, so why can’t the authorities just put a stop to these calls? I’m signed up with the TPS but honestly, it doesn’t seem to make any difference.
Telephone Preference Service
11 years
Got a call from this number, some bloke named James Taylor claiming to be from the UK Ministry. He said I’m due £3,660 back in bank fees. He mentioned he’d ring again later but I’m not picking up - sounds like a total scam to me!
James TaylorUK Ministry
11 years
I received a call that appeared on my caller ID as an international number first, then switched to 01623682236. I picked up the phone and paused, expecting a response, but whoever it was decided to end the call instead. Quite the curious situation!
11 years
I have a caller ID. At first it came up as some foreign number, then it changed to 01623682236. I answered and waited for them to say something, but whoever called just hung up.
11 years
I was using my caller ID when I noticed a call come through from what appeared to be an international number, followed by 01623682236. I picked up the phone, expecting a conversation, but the line was silent and they disconnected. Quite odd, really! - caller: Disconnected before speaking.
11 years
This morning, around half eleven, I received a call from a woman sporting an eastern accent, claiming to be from the Department of Justice. She mentioned something about a cheque I was due due to an overpayment on my bank charges. When she requested my date of birth, I became quite wary and questioned her identity. She repeated her request for my DOB, but I stood my ground and declined to share it. I expressed my suspicions about her legitimacy, and after a moment of silence, she simply hung up. It left me feeling rather uneasy, to say the least.
Department of Justice
11 years
Someone called askin for me by name then just ended the call once they found out i wasnt there.
11 years
Such a hassle! If its a landline, why dont BT just disconnect them already?
BT
11 years
Oh, here we go again! Yet another bothersome call from a woman with a hint of an Indian accent, claiming to be from some accident claims outfit. She introduced herself as ‘Julie,’ but I made it clear I had no interest and hung up the phone. It's high time someone took action to put an end to these incessant calls!
Julie
11 years
Got a call from this number at 8:50 this mornin. Tried answering but nothing, just dead silence. Seems legit like a scam to me. They keep ringin all the time too.
11 years
I've received a total of five phone calls from this number over the past week and a bit. Each time, they insist they're trying to reach Miss Squire, and it's either in a rather thick Indian accent or something quite hard to decipher, maybe Eastern European. They keep going on about some claim that’s supposedly being sent to my flat, which isn't even the right one-so I've not divulged any personal info to them. Whenever I've asked for more details about what this is all about, they abruptly hang up. The caller ID just says "Claims". Quite the nuisance, really!
Miss Squire
11 years
Just hung up as soon as i picked up. They should be blocked if they ain’t bothered to talk. Such a massive waste of time. Why don’t they find a real job?
11 years
Got a call at 2pm but I never answered it! This is the fourth dodgy call I've had in just two hours, all from different numbers, feels like they're all connected somehow!
11 years
I spoke with an Asian gentleman who mentioned that the government is reimbursing bank fees. Unfortunately, I provided incorrect details. He informed me that a follow-up call would come through to verify everything. That call came in just ten minutes ago.
11 years
I received a call from a chappy claiming to be with the Department of Justice (which, by the way, doesn't exist) saying a cheque was on its way to me for funds owed by my bank. When I pressed him for my address details and which bank he was referring to, he conveniently ended the conversation without answering. Clearly, it was just another ruse to swindle people. It's high time the authorities take action against such unscrupulous individuals; they are clearly flouting the law!
Department of Justice
11 years
Today (20th January 2016), I received a telephone call from a lady with an Asian accent who claimed she was representing the claims advisory group, stating it was a matter linked to the department of justice. In all honesty, there’s no conceivable circumstance under which a bank would owe me any money, and in the unlikely event they did, I’m quite sure they would reach out to me directly. I decided to play along for a bit and let her know that the person she was inquiring about no longer resided here. She was incredibly persistent, dancing around the conversation, even asking if I was the son of the individual she mentioned. Eventually, she gave up after her efforts proved futile.
11 years
Just received a similar call about half an hour ago! Once again, when I refused to give any details, the caller promptly hung up. I've gone ahead and reported this to the genuine Ministry of Justice.
Ministry of Justice
11 years
Got a call from this number today but they just ended it as soon as I picked up. 01623682236
11 years
The moment I said something, they just cut the call. After checking out what others said, I blocked the number. Honestly, these lot should be put behind bars.
11 years
What a complete con! Sam and I were just getting cosy on the settee, ready for some quality time when the phone started ringing. This bloke claimed to be Jeremy Corbyn, asking me to support Labour. I clocked straight away it was a dodgy call - I mean, who even backs Labour these days? I thought about reporting him to the coppers, but then it hit me: I’ve slashed their budget so much that there’d likely be no one to pick up! Instead, I decided to play a recording of Iain Duncan Smith, and wouldn’t you know it, the calls have ceased altogether! Oh, and by the way, Sam's due to pop any day now. - Caller: Utterly pointless nuisance
SamJeremy CorbynLabourIain Duncan SmithCaller
11 years
I just had a rather peculiar phone call from a gentleman named David Spott-quite the touch of irony there, as he claims to represent the Government Advisory Group. Apparently, there's a substantial sum of cash waiting for me! He went on to say that someone will be in touch tomorrow with the details. Honestly, how gullible does he assume I am? Absolutely ridiculous!
David SpottGovernment Advisory Group
11 years
Receive consistent calls from this number, and they're quite impolite. They keep inquiring about a Mrs. A, despite me explaining that she doesn't have my number and requesting they cease calling. Yet, the phone keeps ringing, three or four times a week, without fail.
11 years
As soon as I answered, the call was ended straight away.
11 years
Greetings! I received a call from the number listed above, and it was a gentleman with a rather pronounced Indian accent. He claimed to be calling from some sort of government advisory team, insisting that I was due to receive some funds, and that a cheque would soon be deposited into my account. He went on to confirm my name and address, then surprisingly asked for my date of birth. When I inquired why this information was required, he abruptly ended the conversation. I've since blocked the number on my phone. Cheers!
11 years
Received a rather unpleasant call at quarter past eleven this morning from a chap with an Asian accent. He came across as quite impolite and insisted on questioning why I had no interest in receiving a cheque from my bank. I ultimately decided to hang up on him.
11 years
My mother-in-law, who is disabled, keeps getting harassed multiple times a day. We've started reporting it to the police.
11 years
Hi there! I just wanted to share a rather peculiar experience I had recently. A chap with a thick Indian accent called me, claiming to be from some government advisory group. He insisted that I was entitled to some money and that a cheque would be deposited into my account. He was rather keen to verify my name and address, and then requested my date of birth. However, when I pressed him on why he required such information, he abruptly disconnected the call. I've since blocked that number on my phone. Just thought I'd give a heads-up! Cheers!
11 years
Got a call today from this number, some Asian lady who called herself Karen. She said it wasn’t about PPI but that the government owed me money. Total rubbish, I just hung up straight away.
Karen
11 years
I received a call from a woman of Asian descent who introduced herself as Karen, claiming to represent a government advisory service. She stated that I was owed some money by the government. What struck me as odd was that she knew my name. I mentioned that I was preoccupied feeding the baby, and promptly ended the call.
Karen
11 years
Rang me at lunch, then hung up as soon as I picked up.
11 years
On the 15th of January, 2016, at 11:06 in the morning, I received a phone call from a woman whose accent suggested she was of Asian descent. She claimed to be from a government advisory department, stating that I had allegedly overpaid in bank fees and was supposedly owed a refund via cheque. However, when I informed her that I'd never incurred any charges, she abruptly said she'd cancel the cheque before hanging up. Honestly, it was a rather feeble and laughable scam attempt!
11 years
Got a call but they just dropped it when I picked up.
11 years
I received a call from this number earlier today, and judging by the code, it seemed legitimate. The person on the other end started mentioning something about "additional fees" or similar. Once I began to inquire further, they abruptly hung up on me. Just to be safe, I decided to return the call in case it was related to my bank; however, like others have reported, all I got was a beeping sound.
11 years
Clearly, yet another fraudulent call has come through.
11 years
Definitely a scam. I picked up and there was nothing but silence, so I ended the call. They called my landline, which isn’t listed and is on the TPS list.
TPS
11 years
I’m registered with TPS but they keep calling anyway, and when I pick up, they just hang up straight away. Got a call from 940 this morning.
TPS
11 years
We don't appear in the directory!
11 years
Ringed me at 11:50 this mornin, but as soon as I answered, the line just went quiet. Tufty from Weymouth.
TuftyWeymouth
11 years
I got a call from 01623 682236, but when I answered it just went quiet.
11 years
Got a call from this number today. He was asking for a person that doesn't even live at my address. When I asked him to say the name again, he just snapped back with "f##k you".
11 years
Got a call from someone with an Indian accent who knew my name and where I live. Claimed he was from the Ministry of Justice and said I could get back £3600 for bank fees. He wanted me to give my birthdate but when I refused, he called me an idiot, asking if I didn’t want the cash. I told him to watch his language and ended the call.
Ministry of Justice
11 years
I received a call from someone with a quite distinct Asian accent who introduced themselves as John Martin!
John Martin
11 years
Got a call this morning from someone saying they were from the Ministry of Justice on Regent Street about some debts banks owe. When I asked for their phone number, they just hung up. The caller ID first showed as unavailable but then 01623682236 popped up. Just like everyone else is saying - total SCAM.
Ministry of JusticeRegent StreetLondon
11 years
Someone rang me up earlier today, was about to hang up when they asked for my husband. He has been dead for six years! Now it’s a BLOCKED number, of course!
11 years
This morning I received a rather unsettling call from a gentleman of Asian descent, claiming that my bank had funds owed to me. To my surprise, he was aware of my name, address, and postcode. When I informed him that my bank did not owe me anything, he promptly terminated the call! It makes one wonder how such dubious practices are permitted to persist.
11 years
They rang me earlier today, but I couldn’t answer quick enough.
11 years
Such a pain in the neck!!
11 years
Received calls from this number around the same time over the past three days, yet they've hung up without leaving a message. I've noticed others are experiencing the same, which adds weight to the idea that this might be a bothersome nuisance caller.
11 years
I’ve been inundated with calls from scammers, ringing me three to four times a day! Even when I confront them quite harshly, they don’t seem to take the hint. I've now resorted to using a high-pitched whistle in the hopes that it might deter them. Let’s see how they like that!
11 years
Got a call from this number just now, some bloke with an Asian accent was talking but I couldn't understand a word. When I told him I had no idea what he meant, he just hung up. What a shocker, eh?
11 years
Got a call from this number and the bloke spoke with an Asian accent. I could barely understand a word he said. When I told him I had no clue what he meant, he just hung up on me. What a shocker.
11 years
They kept ringing but I never picked up. Didn’t bother leaving any voicemail either! Guess my only option is to just block the number now!
11 years
I believe that businesses should only be permitted to make calls if they have the appropriate consent.
11 years
Sifting through the telephone directory.
11 years
10:40, 8th January 2016 Caller: "Is that Mr ***?" Me: "May I ask who's calling?" Caller: "Is that Mr ***?" Me: "Could you please tell me who you are?" Caller: "We're from the ??? Advisory Group, affiliated with a department of the British Government..." Me: "No, you aren't." (Ended the call). It's crucial never to confirm any details to cold callers; always press for who they represent. They're not worth engaging with, just hang up if you're unsure. After checking the caller ID and running a quick search for the number, I realised they were likely trying to sell something rather than scam me. If it's a telemarketer, my response is simply, "Thanks, but I'm hanging up now." Once, as I set the phone down, I could still hear a distant "Why?! Why? Why?" trailing off.
CallerBritish Government
11 years
Annoying phone call! They've tried to get in touch multiple times. I chose not to pick up, and they didn't bother leaving any voicemail either.
11 years
Got a call from a guy with an Indian accent claiming to be from the "Ministry of Justice". He began rambling on about some bank fees, so I just ended the call.
Ministry of Justice
11 years
Answered the call and they just ended it straight away.
11 years
I received a call from someone who purported to be from a government department, stating they were refunding bank charges. She provided what she claimed was her name and a reference number, then promptly asked if her superior could get in touch to discuss the details further. Sounds like a dodgy scam to me-stay alert!
11 years
GOT A CALL FROM SOMEONE NAMED 'DAVID' CLAIMING TO BE FROM THE 'MINISTRY OF JUSTICE' USING NUMBER 01623 682236. REPORTED THEM TO THE POLICE AS A SCAMMER.
DavidMinistry of Justice
11 years
This number rings me quite a bit but i always ignore it. Funny thing is, on my phone it shows up as "International" which is a bit odd.
11 years
Got a call from an Asian bloke who didn’t speak English very well. He said he was ringing from some Government Department of Justice and that I was owed about £3000 back in bank charges. He did know my name and address and said he was just checking my details because he was gonna post me a cheque for the refund. When he asked for my date of birth, I asked why he needed that if he was just sending a cheque by post. His excuse was weak and he said if I didn’t give it, the “cheque” would be cancelled. I told him I thought it was a dodgy call and then he just hung up. Proper scam.
GovernmentDepartment of Justice
11 years
Someone claiming to be from the ministry of justice called about a refund for overpaid bank fees, supposed to go back into my account!! When I asked for their work address, they just hung up on me.
Ministry of Justice
11 years
The person who rang me went by the name Hermione... Right, of course you are, dear!
Hermione
11 years
I just had a ring from a bloke who sounded Asian, said his name was Mike Taylor. When I asked him to say his name again to be sure, he just dropped the call.
Mike Taylor
11 years
They called me like 7 times today, but whenever I answer, no one is there. The line is still open though, so I’m just ignoring it and won’t call back.
11 years
Some guy calling himself 'Mike' with a chj-chi accent kept bothering me. I told him to get lost and hung up straight away.
Mike
11 years
This number keeps ringing me and the moment I pick up, they just hang up! Its so frustrating!
11 years
As soon as I picked up, they just ended the call. Proper thankful for this website coz now I feel ready to take them on next time they ring.
11 years
Called at 1:07 PM on 2nd January 2016; I picked up, and then it went silent with a strange clicking noise. Quite odd, really!
11 years
Got a call from this number earlier today, which seemed strange since it’s New Year’s Day and only my mates and family usually ring me on my mobile. I didn’t pick up and there was no voicemail left either!
11 years
First call this year and it's those annoying blokes again, but well at least they kept quiet this time.
11 years
Picked up but no one spoke. Rang back and it says the number can’t be found!
11 years
1st January 2016 - Kicked off the year with my inaugural call, and wouldn’t you know it, it’s from these nuisances! At least it was a quiet one - number: 01623682236.
11 years
This number is deceiving individuals by making them believe they are entitled to some sort of financial compensation, which is utterly unacceptable. This kind of behaviour ought to be banned.
11 years
Just keeps ringing then drops the call. Proper annoying scumbags.
11 years
this person is sketchy, they knew way too much about me. i’m seriously thinking of reporting them to the police. total dodgy 01620682236
11 years
I received a call today, on the 21st of December 2015, from someone claiming to represent the department of justice. When I inquired about his location, he mentioned he was calling from London; however, the area code belonged to Mansfield. Feeling uneasy about the situation, I decided to end the conversation.
LondonMansfield
11 years
Got a call from this number just before lunchtime today, but as soon as I picked up, they dropped the call. Feels a bit dodgy to me.
11 years
They were after my bank info, I think.
11 years
They asked for my husband, so I asked who was speaking. Then they tried to get me to confirm my name. I insisted on getting his name instead and they said something about Advisory Power service or similar. The person had an Indian accent and was a bit hard to follow. I told them they shouldn't be calling as we're on the no-call list, but they just laughed it off. I told them to remove us from their list and not to contact us again. They kept rambling as I ended the call.
Advisory Power
11 years
I just said hello and the call got ended straight away.
11 years
Got a call from someone saying "MIKE" in a strong Asian accent. It was like that one back on 17/12/15, talking about money from the Department of Justice from a bank refund or something. He had my address right but the postcode was way off, so I just ended the call. Then he rang me straight back askin’ why I’d hung up. Told him his info was wrong so I wasn’t gonna chat and ended it again. I’m pretty sure I don’t have any bank money owed to me for PPI or anythin like that anyway!
Department of Justice
11 years
I've been getting calls from this number but they never pick up.
11 years
I recently received a call from a lady with an Asian accent using this number, but her articulation was rather poor. She kept rambling on about some bank charges I supposedly overpaid over the last two decades. When I tried to deviate from her script, it became apparent she was flummoxed and insisted I wasn’t grasping the situation (to be fair, she was spot on). Playing around with these callers can be amusing for a little while-especially since they’re footing the bill for the chat-yet it quickly turns into a drag. In the end, I suggested we both quit wasting our time and that she might have better luck trying to pull a fast one on someone else. Honestly, these sorts of calls are an absolute nuisance!
11 years
Received a call at about 4:45 this afternoon. The caller was rather hesitant and struggled to articulate their words. It was clearly just another telemarketing attempt, so I hung up in frustration. I was tempted to pick up since the number appeared to be a genuine UK one.
UK
11 years
I received a call yesterday from someone who introduced himself as David Henry. Quite an amusing name for someone of Indian descent, if you ask me. Just be cautious and don’t share any personal information with these con artists.
David Henry

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