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Scam Score: 93/100
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Phishing email impersonating HMRC claims errors on your Self Assessment return, threatening a real-looking penalty to redirect you to a credential-stealing fake portal.
The Scam Message
HMRC: Your Self Assessment tax return for 2023-24 contains errors. You must update your return or face a £100 penalty. Access your account: https://hmrc-selfassessment-portal.co.uk
Non-Gov.uk Domain
HMRC only uses gov.uk — this domain is a phishing imitation.
£100 Penalty Threat
Referencing a real HMRC penalty amount makes this scam highly convincing.
Tax Return Error Claim
Claiming errors on your return causes panic among self-employed individuals.