ALT A scam warning sign overlaid on a fake text message impersonating the UK Government, it reads: "Winter Heating Subsidy Office Benefit Payment Notice: As the weather slowly turns colder recently, we will begin to issue winter heating subsidies to reduce your heating costs. Because the parliament decided to reduce the number of people receiving winter heating subsidy benefits this year, and you have obtained the qualification to apply, if you need to, you can apply through the link. Once the number of applicants is enough, we will stop issuing winter heating subsidy benefits." Then there is a random URL, and below it, it reads: "thank you for you support of the UK Government."

ALT A scam warning sign overlaid on a fake text message, which reads: "Reminder about winter welfare distribution: Winter has officially arrived, and we have discussed preparing to start issuing winter heating subsidies (2024-2025) to help everyone share part of the winter heating costs. There will be no age limit for this benefit, not will it affect your receipt of other benefits. You only need to be a British citizen to apply at the link. We It will be reviewed and issued after you update the information." Then there is a random URL, and below it, it reads: "thank you for you support to the UK Government."