A new scam doing the rounds is claiming the UK government is handing out Covid payments to everyone. 

Wiltshire trading standards is warning of a fraudulent text claiming: "The UK-GOV has issued a payment of £284.76 to all residents as part of its promise to battle Covid-19."

The text then links to a site where victims apply to get their cash.

Trading standards are warning people not to click the link which is likely to take them to a website trying to obtain personal details and financial information.

The post adds that those who have received the text should report it to the Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 808 223 1133 and forward the text to 7726 for further investigation.