BUSINESSES are being urged to be on their guard against bogus callers claiming they are assessing business rates.
The Chamber of Comm-erce in Herefordshire and Worcestershire said at least two local companies have been approached by an organisation calling itself Camelot that claimed to be working for the chamber, and was authorised to check the company's business rates.
The chamber says this is "categorically untrue". Harvey, head of policy and representation at the Chamber said: "The Chamber of Commerce categorically states this is untrue and advises anyone approached by this organisation to call the Police."
The Chamber of Commerce is happy to put businesses in touch with legitimate firms if they wish to receive expert advice on their rates or related issues.
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