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Is www.GOV.UK a scam?
Ask Silver checked www.GOV.UK for scam and trust signals. Review the latest verdict, the evidence found and the steps you can take to protect yourself before paying or sharing personal information.
Nothing detected but...
The sender's email address looks unusual for Student Loans Company
The address 'duplicate_bank_details@slc[.]co[.]uk' doesn't match their usual communication style.
The email asks for sensitive bank details without clear justification
Requesting a bank statement with account details raises concerns about data misuse.
The message uses pressure by mentioning blocked payments
This tactic can make you act quickly without questioning the request.