The warning relates to an individual who has phoned residents pretending to work for the council’s housing service.

The individual has been offering mould inspections to those who pick up.

The scammer will usually phone from a mobile number which begins with 07477.

In a social media post, the council said: “We advise customers to hang up immediately and block the number.

“Anyone who wants more advice on stopping nuisance calls can contact Dundee Trading Standards on 01382 436260.”