WREXHAM Council has issued a warning of scam Penalty Charge Notice text messages.

The local authority said it is aware of a scam where people are receiving text messages stating they have a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) with a link to pay.

Wrexham Council said this is a scam, and it will never text or email you about a PCN.

A spokesperson said: "You will only receive a PCN as a physical ticket on your vehicle or a letter to the registered keeper address associated with the vehicle.

"Please ignore these texts and do not click the link to make a payment."