Bogus TPS Calls
There are companies that fraudulently call consumers from overseas and falsely claim to be the TPS or affiliated with the TPS or BT. They ask for credit card details to complete a registration to stop unwanted calls. They often claim that you previously gave your permission for this call. Legitimate TPS registration is free, and the TPS is the only legally enforced such service.
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