People in Norfolk have been warned about scam email messages claiming to be from well-known companies.
A large number of locals have been reporting various scam emails to Norfolk County Council posing as businesses like Premier Inn and Nespresso.
Emails have included claims the recipient has won a new Premier Inn Luxury Pillow two-piece set and free coffee box sets from Nespresso.
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Norfolk County Council has confirmed the messages are not genuine and anyone following the links will be taken to websites used for phishing.
In a statement, the council said: "Links provided in these emails will lead to phishing websites designed to look like genuine sites but will attempt to steal personal and financial information."
People can report scams to the Citizens Advice consumer helpline by calling 0808 223 1133.
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