Free School Meal Email Scam

We have been alerted by the DFE that some parents have received an email stating:
‘As schools will be closing, if you're entitled to free school meals, please send your bank details and we'll make sure you're supported’.
This is a scam email - do not respond and delete immediately
If any parents has been a victim of this scam they should contact their bank immediately to go though the bank's fraud processes. They should also notify the Police of the incident.
Stay safe and well.