The public is advised of false emails and text messages with notifications of approval for the COVID-19 Income Support Programme. Persons are warned that these notices are a scam and that they are not to provide personal information including social security numbers, bank details or phone numbers and that they are to report or block the scammers.

For further information, queries, or complaints, applicants can call 440-3124 or 468-9375, Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or email bvisddsocialprotection@gmail.com.