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Almost half of Scots (46%) have experienced an aggressive or misleading sales transaction Do you know how to recognise misleading or aggressive sales practices and what to do if you experience them? Find out more ➡️ #Recent2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/234edab857d8/t…

New short film 'Tapped' explores the realities of illegal money lending & its impact on individuals, families & communities 📽️youtube.com/watch?v=I3ATdV… There's also an education pack with youth-informed resources to raise awareness & support prevention ➡️stopillegallending.co.uk/tapped-resourc…

There's been a recent increase in social media adverts featuring deepfake videos and images of celebrities and offering 'amazing' investment opportunities Before making any investment check the company is regulated by the FCA at fca.org.uk/consumers/fca-… ➡️#Recent4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/b766ea7cb394/t…

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has recent case studies of scams related to gardening/landscaping Cold callers often ask for money on the spot, either as a deposit or to pay for materials, but don't return to complete the work Read more➡️#Recent3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/b766ea7cb394/t…

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has recent examples of prize draw/survey scams, where fraudsters create websites cloning well-known brands including Boots, Tesco and Amazon Read more➡️#Recent2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/b766ea7cb394/t…

Travellers who have had flights delayed or cancelled due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East are being warned that scammers are setting up fake airline accounts on social media Read more➡️#Recent1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/b766ea7cb394/t…

In this week's #ScamShare bulletin: 🗨️Travel Scams: Middle East Crisis 🗨️Brand Impersonation Scams 🗨️Gardening Scams: 'Rat infestation' 🗨️Investment Scams: Quantum AI 📽️'Tapped': New Short Film about Loan Sharks 🗨️Emergency Locksmith Scams Read & share➡️ mailchi.mp/b766ea7cb394/t…

If a trader gives you an estimate, then charges a lot more than you were expecting, you can dispute it The price should be reasonable - you may want to ask another trader to provide an estimate for the work or seek an expert opinion ➡️citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland/consu… #ConfidentConsumer

Has a trader carried out work on your property that is not as initially described or of satisfactory quality? You may be able to claim a repair, replacement or a full or partial refund Find out more about your consumer rights at consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-cent… #ConfidentConsumer

If you hire a trader to carry out work on your property, you have the right to expect it to be completed with reasonable care and skill If not, you're legally entitled to ask them to fix the problem or ask for a refund Find out more: consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-cent… #ConfidentConsumer

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has case studies of rogue traders who offer to repair driveways/private roads using materials supposedly left over from a previous job They may start work without being authorised or charge much more than agreed ➡️#Recent3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/742023e8a81a/t…

There have been reports of scammers offering to carry out free voltage checks They wrongly say the voltage in your property is dangerously high & you need a voltage optimiser Don't deal with cold callers- find approved electricians via the links below ➡️#Recent4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/742023e8a81a/t…

If you can’t settle your complaint directly with a financial business and feel you’ve been treated unfairly, the Financial Ombudsman Service can help They’re here to give a free, fair and final answer Learn more about how they can help➡️ financial-ombudsman.org.uk/free-fair-final #FreeFairFinal

Scammers are taking advantage of the rise in young people looking for work and are advertising fake job opportunities on social media platforms & WhatsApp, often promising flexible hours and quick earnings Read more➡️ #Recent1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/742023e8a81a/t…

There's been a recent increase in reports of cold callers who say they work for the NHS and try to pressure people into spending large amounts of money on medical aids such as mattresses, which are often substandard or unsuitable Read more➡️#Recent2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/742023e8a81a/t…

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Struggling with credit, borrowing, or budgeting? The Students' Good Guide to Credit helps you understand your options and stay safe from high cost and illegal lenders Download now➡️stopillegallending.co.uk/wp-content/upl…

The Advertising Standards Authority has revealed the four biggest scam advertising trends from 2025 🟣Celebrity and public figure scams 🟣Retail scams 🟣Increasing use of AI and deepfakes 🟣Scam ads in mobile gaming apps Read more ➡️ asa.org.uk/news/a-year-in…

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Be #ScamAware of unexpected emails or social media messages from friends/family asking you to buy gift cards for them urgently Always verify that the request is genuine by calling the person who supposedly sent it on a trusted number Read more➡️#Ongoing2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/742023e8a81a/t…

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has case studies of rogue traders who offer to repair driveways/private roads using materials supposedly left over from a previous job They may start work without being authorised or charge much more than agreed ➡️#Recent4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/f29d736314b7/t…