Hi, my name is ccs1996!

ccs1996
ccs1996 Online Community Member Posts: 2 Listener

Hello everyone, first time poster here, I've just recieved an email 20 minutes ago from:

"DWP Consultation Pathways To Work • consultation.pathwaystowork@dwp .gov.uk"

It was regarding the answers I gave to the consultation and was wondering if anyone else had one and if it's genuine? I won't go into specifics but they said due to my answers that it had raised concerns and that they want to make sure I am receiving the correct treatment and if not they can signpost me to somewhere that can.

Sorry for the long-winded post.

Kindest regards,

Cam

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  • durhamjaide2001
    durhamjaide2001 Scope Member Posts: 13,918 Championing

    Hey — good on you for being cautious, especially with emails that seem official.


    If the message came from consultation.pathwaystowork@dwp .gov.uk, it could be genuine, especially if you recently filled in a government consultation about disability or benefits — but I’d still double-check.


    ✅ Don’t click any links or download attachments just yet.

    ✅ Forward the email to phishing@dwp .gov.uk — that’s the DWP’s fraud checking team. They’ll confirm if it’s real.

    ✅ If you did take part in a consultation and mentioned mental health, they may be trying to offer support — but it’s good to confirm before doing anything else.


    Let us know what you hear back — you’re not alone in this! 👊

    Here is also an email you can send to check Absolutely — here’s a message they can copy and paste when forwarding the email to phishing@dwp .gov.uk to check if it’s genuine:




    Subject: Verification Request – Possible Phishing Email from consultation.pathwaystowork@dwp .gov.uk


    Dear DWP Security Team,


    I recently received the following email from:


    consultation.pathwaystowork@dwp .gov.uk

    on [insert date and time here].


    The email mentioned a DWP consultation I may have taken part in and stated that my responses raised concerns, and that they may be able to signpost me to support services.


    I wanted to check with you directly whether this is a genuine communication from the Department for Work and Pensions or a possible phishing/scam attempt.


    I have not clicked on any links or opened any attachments.


    Please could you confirm whether this email is safe and legitimate?


    Thank you for your help.


    Kind regards,

    [Your First Name or Initials]

  • durhamjaide2001
    durhamjaide2001 Scope Member Posts: 13,918 Championing

    I hope this has helped please keep us updated and if you need a distraction please use the coffee Lounge or if you are wanting more fun please use the games den

  • ccs1996
    ccs1996 Online Community Member Posts: 2 Listener

    That's great, thank you for the help, I'll do that :)

    Kindest regards,

    Cam