Martin Lewis Blasts 'Absurd' Money-Saving Email That Could Cost You Thousands
Martin Lewis slams 'ridiculous' money-saving email scam

Consumer champion Martin Lewis has issued a blistering condemnation of what he's labelled a "ridiculous" money-saving email that's currently duping Brits across the country. The Money Saving Expert founder didn't mince words when exposing the dangerous financial advice circulating online.

The Email That's Causing Chaos

Thousands of households have received correspondence claiming they can slash their energy bills through a little-known scheme. However, Lewis revealed this is completely false and could leave people significantly out of pocket.

"I've seen some nonsense in my time, but this takes the biscuit," the consumer rights expert stated. "This isn't just misleading - it's potentially devastating for people already struggling with the cost of living crisis."

How to Spot the Red Flags

Lewis emphasised several warning signs that should immediately alert consumers to suspicious financial advice:

  • Too-good-to-be-true claims about massive bill reductions
  • Pressure to act quickly on limited-time offers
  • Requests for personal financial information or upfront payments
  • Lack of official regulatory backing from organisations like Ofgem

Protect Yourself From Financial Scams

The money guru advised consumers to always verify energy-saving schemes through official channels before taking action. "If you're unsure, check directly with Ofgem or trusted consumer websites rather than relying on unsolicited emails," Lewis recommended.

He also stressed the importance of never sharing bank details or making payments to organisations you haven't thoroughly researched. "Genuine opportunities don't require you to jeopardise your financial security," he added.

What to Do If You've Been Targeted

If you've received suspicious financial advice, Lewis suggests reporting it immediately to Action Fraud and forwarding the email to the official suspicious email reporting service. "The more we report these scams, the harder we make it for fraudsters to operate," he concluded.