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Dept Work & Pensions 08000720161 / +448000720161

tellows Rating for 08000720161 : Score 3

Types of call: Trustworthy number
Caller Name: Dept Work & Pensions more...
Ratings: 13
Search requests: 17540
Assessment: trustworthy, harmless call

Latest comment (8/29/24, 11:04 AM)

wrote: Kept calling but they kept hanging up straightaway before I could answer. No voicemail left or messa... all ratings

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Area Code: free-call service - United Kingdom
Telephone number: 080-00720161
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Phone number +448000720161 from free-call service tagged as Trustworthy number 7 times.

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Last call: 9/3/24
Views last month: 210
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Calls from Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) being Spoofed with the number +448000720161 - Expert Opinion

Tellows users have reported receiving calls from the number 08000720161, with the caller claiming to be representatives from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). These callers claim to inform users about changes in benefit payments or adjustments to their accounts. With the myriad of employees at DWP, it is highly likely that this number is legitimate. However, it's important to note that DWP typically does not make direct calls regarding personal account details over the phone. To ensure safety and avoid potential scams, individuals should exercise caution and verify the legitimacy of such calls independently through official channels provided by DWP.

Christian Anton
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tellows score for +448000720161

Distribution of call types and caller names in reviews

Types of call:

Trustworthy number 7 reports
Harassment calls 2 reports
Unknown 1 reports
Ping Call 1 reports
Survey 1 reports

Caller Name:

Dept Work & Pensions 8 reports
unknown 1 reports
DWP for PIP 1 reports
DWP for UC 1 reports
joe 1 reports

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1

Investigator martin reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎+448000720161 as Trustworthy number

7/27/23, 12:16 PM

Can confirm this is a number used by the Department of Work and Pensions it is also used by HM Courts and Tribunals by the Benefit Decisions Team.
0

The number ‎08000720161 has been assigned to unknown

8/29/24, 11:04 AM

Kept calling but they kept hanging up straightaway before I could answer. No voicemail left or message. I don’t have pop or child maintenance so unsure what it’s about
0

RobertW reported DWP for PIP with the number ‎08000720161 as Trustworthy number

6/11/24, 11:58 AM

I answered, it was PIP regarding a claim I made and that I'm currently owed some money after a 2nd medical, they couldn't disclose details of the claim itself regarding it's success, however it's definately the DWP and if I'm owed, I think things went ok, although I'd rather have my health. A scammer would ask for bank details and I was also offered proof that it was them on the phone.
0

Bri reported DWP for UC with the number ‎+448000720161 as Trustworthy number

3/9/24, 2:44 PM via Android App

this is an actual real number.
0

Darz reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎08000720161 as Trustworthy number

11/16/23, 2:38 PM

Was DWP
0

Mand reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎08000720161 as Trustworthy number

10/17/23, 12:13 PM

I received a call from this number and came online to check who it was. Once I read the comments, I answered the call when it rang back. It was the DWP regarding my PIP appeal. Which had been stopped has the decision i wasnt happy with, had been overturned!
0

joe has been reported with number ‎08000720161 as Ping Call

9/26/23, 1:48 PM

When I answer they put the phone down.
0

Ro reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎08000720161 as Trustworthy number

8/29/23, 9:48 AM

This is CSA (CHILD SUPPORT) I can confirm this is a genuine number usually a Scottish person that deals with child maintenance
0

Tracy reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎08000720161 as Trustworthy number

8/6/23, 7:13 PM

Rang me today, from DWP pip tribunal dept, about winning Pip appeal. She told me the date of when I applied, ( which only I know aswell as DWP) asked if I would verify a few questions, DOB, postcode & which bank should it be payed into( never asked any personal details like account number )Said I would receive payment 3-5 days time and award letter would follow. I do believe this to be a genuine number.

Richard replied 1/14/24, 10:12 AM

Hi Tracy, thank you, your feedback has been very helpful. We appreciate when someone has a practical scenario that can corroborate the callers intentions. Please keep us informed if you have any other news regarding this number.
0

York H reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎08000720161 as Harassment calls

7/19/23, 10:07 PM via iPhone App

Wanting to run a check on my account to confirm they're still up to date with latest details for benefits. Seems like phishing to me.
0

Andrew T reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎+448000720161 as Survey

7/18/23, 8:44 AM via Android App

Wanting to do an eligibility survey for benefits.
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Jack H reported Dept Work & Pensions with the number ‎08000720161 as Harassment calls

7/16/23, 10:04 AM via iPhone App

Apparently from DWP (Department for Work and Pensions), saying that I must pay money. Unclear.

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