03458500293
☎️ 03458500293 👆 is a valid (Universal Access Number) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by BT. It is part of the phone block 345850 with a prefix of 0345.
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TimeLine of events for phone number 03458500293
- Fraudulent direct debit stopped in timeOct
2020Annoying calls troubling elderly individualApr
2018Frustrated with frequent annoying callsMar
2018Concerned about monthly payment deductionFeb
2018Scammers demanding money reportedFeb
2018Asking about phone number changeFeb
2018Scam collecting bank details confirmedJan
2018Beware of potential tax scamsJan
2018Government debt hotline should be freeDec
2017Suspicious DWP call from unknown personDec
2017Suspicious letter from potential scam perceiveNov
2017Received unexpected money letter last weekSep
2017Concern about potential scam; investigatingSep
2017Old social fund loans persistAug
2017DWP contacting about owed moneyAug
2017DWP overpayments may require repaymentJul
2017Suspicious call about non-existent debtJun
2017Received a debt collection letterJun
2017Check with bank for payment detailsJun
2017Legitimate call from DWP debt managementJun
2017Inquiring about unknown caller's identityMay
2017Dispute about old debt noticeMay
2017Inquiring about legitimacy statusMar
2017Received suspicious letter, reporting itMar
2017Questioning legitimacy of DWP letterMar
2017Received letter about unknown debtMar
2017Concerned about potential scam regarding debtMar
2017Concern about unauthorized wage deductionsMar
2017Possible phone scam regarding nameFeb
2017Name misspelled, potential scam?Feb
2017Disputed debt claim, no paymentsFeb
2017Recovery unit works for pensionJan
2017User questions company's legitimacyJan
2017Suspected scam call, hard to understandJan
2017Inquiring about number authenticityJan
2017Not authentic DWP phone numberDec
2016Concerned about potential fraud callDec
2016Scam targeting grieving individuals reportedOct
2016Possible fraud after refund requestOct
2016Concern about direct debit legitimacySep
2016DWP chasing for overpayment, deductions enforcedJul
2016Unexpected letter; no debts owedMar
2016Unexpected DWP debt notice receivedFeb
2016Confusing letters about debt receivedSep
2015Received suspicious call yesterday afternoonNov
2014Asking about the previous ownerMar
2014Number Of Searches: 325 Number Of Comments: 46 First Seen: 14 March 2014 General Reputation: negativeThis number has recently been searched from Little Dalby(Leicestershire) and Treneglos(Cornwall).
03458500293 has 46 comments of which 7 x negative and 35 x neutral and 4 x positive
03458500293 Summary (Read all comments)
Phone number ☎️ 03458500293 👆 is reported as associated with numerous complaints regarding unsolicited calls and letters claiming debt repayments, often linked to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Many users express concern over the legitimacy of these communications, reporting practices that range from aggressive calls to requests for personal and bank details, with some describing scam-like behaviour. While some affirm it as genuine DWP debt recovery activity, others highlight inconsistencies such as incorrect information, suspicious letters, or requests for payment via direct debit or wage deductions without clear verification. The general advice is to independently verify any debts by contacting official government sources directly, remain cautious about sharing personal information, and check with banks promptly if fraudulent activity is suspected.
Reports on phone number 03458500293
6 yearsI just found out this number was linked to some direct debit scam on my bank account. Thankfully, I managed to cancel it in time so they won’t get any money.8 yearsI keep receiving relentless calls on my mobile from a number I don’t recognise. As someone who's rather advanced in years and not in the best of health, it's utterly exasperating. I could really do without this hassle!8 yearsI receive calls from this number daily. They're absolute idiots! Honestly, do us all a favour and take a flying leap off the nearest cliff-just don’t bother looking back!8 yearsI've been shelling out £50 each month to this lot for the past year, and I'm starting to wonder if I'm being taken for a ride.8 yearsThese individuals are definitely fraudsters; they often try to extract cash from unsuspecting victims.8 yearsHave you switched your number?9 yearsWhen you dial that number, it redirects you to an 0800 line, which the benefits agency doesn’t actually use. This feels like a fraudulent scheme aimed at obtaining your banking information. Best to steer clear!9 yearsWhat a right dodgy situation, mate! I received a letter that claimed to be from HMRC demanding a measly £12.68 (not much, is it?) for some tax I supposedly owe. The whole thing seemed a bit off, so I decided against using the number on the letter and instead found the tax department's contact number on gov.uk. I explained the whole scenario to them, went through my tax records as far back as possible, and guess what? I owe absolutely nothing. Stay alert, everyone, these scammers are certainly getting wise!HMRC9 yearsIt's utterly baffling that a government helpline concerning DWP debts comes with such a hefty charge. One would expect it to be a toll-free number, aimed at genuinely helping those in financial strife and motivating them to reach out for assistance. It seems rather counterproductive, doesn’t it?9 yearsI received a mysterious phone call purporting to be from the DWP, requesting to speak with an individual I’m completely unfamiliar with.DWP9 yearsGot a letter saying I supposedly owe money to the DWP with a phone number to call. Instead of ringing that number, I phoned the official DWP line and they said there’s no record of any debt. Feels like a total scam to me.DWP9 yearsI'm utterly baffled! Just last week, I received a letter containing an astonishing sum of money.9 yearsHello there, I'm in the process of investigating whether this might be a fraudulent operation. I have a sneaky suspicion it could be dodgy. I'll keep you posted!9 yearsThese are indeed ancient social fund loans that simply don’t ever seem to be erased from the books.9 yearsI got a call from the DWP, saying they need me to get in touch about some money that’s supposedly owed to them.Department for Work and Pensions9 yearsIt appears that the issue is related to overpayments from the Department for Work and Pensions, which could stem from several years ago or perhaps be linked to more recent tax credits. If you fail to set up a repayment plan, they might seek to deduct the owed amounts directly from your wages. However, on the upside, they are willing to consider manageable instalment payments.Department for Work and Pensions9 yearsI rang this number after they claimed I owed them £300 related to benefits-however, I've never taken out a loan with them! When I eventually got through, I could hear a lot of chatter in the background. I asked if anyone was there, and they just hung up on me. Quite odd!9 yearsReceived a letter stating that I have an outstanding debt.9 yearsCertainly not a scam; it's actually related to the Department for Work and Pensions' debt management. Don't forget, government debts don't just disappear into thin air. That social fund loan you might have taken out two decades ago is coming back to haunt you. If you check the official government website, you’ll find the number listed there as well.Department for Work and Pensions9 yearsHad you reached out to your bank for clarification on the payment, you’d have discovered it was, in fact, from the DWP. A quick phone call to the benefits office he was receiving would have provided you with a comprehensive breakdown.DWP9 yearsCurious to find out who's been ringing my number!9 yearsI recently received a letter claiming that I have an outstanding debt dating back to 1992. Honestly, I don’t owe a penny!9 yearsIs anyone able to confirm if this thing is genuine yet? Just curious!9 yearsI've just got a letter from this number claiming to be from the DWP, stating that I have an outstanding debt with them. The whole thing looks rather dodgy, to say the least. I plan to report it, as I’m certain I don’t owe them a penny!DWP9 yearsCould this truly be the DWP? I've just received a rather dodgy-looking letter bearing this number, claiming to be from them. It doesn’t seem quite right!DWP9 yearsI've just received a rather concerning letter stating that I'm in debt for an amount I've never borrowed. This is quite baffling, as I have no record of taking out a loan that would justify such a figure.9 yearsI’m rather suspicious about whether this is genuinely connected to the Department for Work and Pensions. They've been asserting that I have an outstanding debt of several hundred quid! However, I’m convinced I owe them nothing at all. To make matters worse, they even seem to have my National Insurance number. It certainly raises some red flags and seems a bit dodgy, if you ask me! Should I get in touch with them or just steer clear?Department for Work and PensionsNational Insurance9 yearsI've received a letter from them, and it seems I'm not alone in this. Others have been in touch, expressing their outrage as well, particularly regarding their interference with my pay. It’s utterly appalling!10 yearsCalled this number and while I was on hold, they messed up spelling my name, is this some kind of scam?10 yearsI rang this number and was left hanging on the line; they even mispronounced my name. Is this dodgy?10 yearsI've just had a letter land on my doormat claiming that I owe a whopping £4556. It's rather bizarre, considering I've been steadily employed full time for the past 17 years and haven’t racked up any debts. I’ll be popping over to speak with the payroll officer at my workplace to give the head office a heads-up. Definitely not making any payments until this is sorted!10 yearsI got a call from some recovery team claiming to be from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). Seemed a bit dodgy to me.Department for Work and Pensions10 yearsIs this a legitimate business then?10 yearsI got a rather muffled voicemail at about half three this past Saturday. The background was filled with that typical call centre racket, making it quite difficult to decipher what was being said. There was a woman on the line, but her message was all but lost in the din. The only bits I could catch were the phone number and some mention of it being urgent, along with a reference number that was utterly indecipherable. The purpose of the return call was completely unclear, so I think I'll just disregard it entirely. Just another likely scam attempt, if you ask me!10 yearsCan anyone confirm if this number is legitimate?10 yearsThis number isn’t a legitimate DWP contact.DWP10 yearsI recently received a rather alarming phone call from these individuals, claiming I had overpaid back in June 2009. They insisted they were trying to track me down and threatened enforcement action if I didn’t settle up soon. When they asked for my current address, they claimed to already have it, but supposedly had removed it from their records because the letter they sent was returned-allegedly, I’m not known at that address. Quite frankly, I find this utterly nonsensical, as I've lived here for quite some time without any issues. I’m a bit at a loss as to how to proceed. If anyone has any advice, I’d be incredibly grateful!10 yearsBlimey, these blokes have no shame! They reached out claiming I owed them money because they had overpaid my deceased father. In a moment of foolishness, I provided them with my personal details. However, after a bit of reflection, something didn’t sit right with me. I decided to investigate their number using this website and, crikey, what a revelation! I immediately contacted my bank to block any transactions. Now I've got the hassle of securing a new card and all that rigmarole. What a right palaver!10 yearsI received a letter recently with this phone number asking me to ring them about a refund for an old budgeting loan that I had overpaid. I foolishly provided my banking details, and now, I’m noticing some suspicious withdrawals from my account. Thankfully, my bank is investigating the matter. It definitely feels like fraud at play!10 yearsI'm in a bit of a predicament and could use some guidance. I've noticed that some funds have already been deducted from my paycheck. To complicate matters, I've gone ahead and established a direct debit with them. Is this for real?10 yearsIt’s the DWP trying to get hold of you regarding an overpayment, I reckon. They’ve even reached out to my employer and slapped an earnings attachment on my wage - 20% of my take-home pay, no less! Apparently, I owe £2500, and I’ve attempted to dispute it, but it’s as if I’m talking to a brick wall.DWP10 yearsI was quite taken aback to receive an unexpected letter; I'm currently in stable full-time work and my kids have all flown the nest. I'm not in debt to anyone.11 yearsOut of the blue, I've had a letter pop through my letterbox from the DWP, claiming I owe them £104. Now, here's the thing - I’m not even retired, don’t have a pension on my hands, and don’t have any children, so I’ve no idea what this charge is all about regarding child maintenance. It’s rather puzzling, to say the least!DWP11 yearsI've been getting a barrage of letters from this number claiming that I owe money to the DWP, which is quite puzzling as I haven't any debts at all. It’s all rather bewildering, to be honest.DWP12 yearsI received a rather dubious call yesterday around half past five in the evening.12 yearsCould anyone shed some light on who the previous owner might have been?Submit Your Own Report (0345 850 0293)
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