OXFORD'S Neighbourhood Watch has warned city residents to be wary of NHS 'Track and Trace' scams.

Maggie Lewis from the Oxford Local Policing Area said there had been an 'alarming amount of Covid-related scams' recently.

She said: "There has been an increase in scam calls particularly in relation to NHS Track and Trace where people are being asked to pay for a home testing kit."

Residents are advised to stay vigilant and to report any suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk