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Government warns of coronavirus text scam

The Government has warned of the public of a social welfare scam seeking bank account details.

Government warns of coronavirus text scam

Wed, 17 Jun, 2020 - 12:45

Steve Neville

The Government has warned the public of a social welfare scam seeking bank account details.

The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection said it has become aware of a text scam being sent to some people.

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