A fraudulent email telling people that they can apply for digital coronavirus passports has been circulating recently.

Clicking on the link in the email takes you to a convincing but fake NHS website - the scammers then ask you to enter your personal and payment details and pay an 'admin fee'.

The website's now been taken down, but residents are advised to keep an eye out for similar scams.

How can I get my vaccination status?

You can get it for FREE via the NHS app, online, or by calling 119.

Click here to see the official government advice.

You can report phishing scams here: [email protected]

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