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Parents in the VALENCIA area have been warned of an email scam that demands tuition fees.
The Valencian Education Ministry says the bogus message requests an ‘immediate payment of €850′.
The email contains the official logos and graphics of Valencian Government.
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Recipients are threatened with the matter being referred to the ‘litigation department’ if it is not made by May 15.
The payment must also be made by bank transfer.
In addition, the names of individuals and their other personal details will be requested.
The government has said that this scam is not real and parents should avoid it.
The message asks that recipients report any issues to their local schools or colleges.
The ministry states that official notifications will be sent through the usual channels such as its government portal or electronic office.
The message added that the request for bank details or transfers is never made via unverified emails or messages.
