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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…

More counterfeit Labubu dolls have been seized across Scotland - they're made from substandard materials and contain loose parts, which could pose a choking hazard, as well as toxic chemicals Read more about how to recognise & report fakes➡️#Ongoing2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/3fdd8f6c7672/t…

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has info on common DVLA scams: 📱scam messages saying a latest payment for your vehicle tax has failed 💻copycat websites that charge a premium for driving licence renewal Read more ➡️#Recent2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/3fdd8f6c7672/t…

Football fans still hoping to get World Cup tickets are being warned to be wary of scams, after new research shows that football ticket scams have increased by 36% during the current Premier League season Read more ➡️#Recent1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/3fdd8f6c7672/t…

Today sees the launch of a new research report, “It’s always there, like a shadow behind you”: Women’s Experiences of Coerced Debt and Recovery in Scotland It provides a comprehensive picture of experiences of women affected by coerced debt in Scotland ➡️womensaid.scot/wp-content/upl…

In this week's #ScamShare bulletin: 🗨️Football Ticket Scams 🗨️DVLA Scams 🗨️Tax Refund Scams 🗨️Car Finance Compensation Scams 🗨️New Report: Women’s Experiences of Coerced Debt and Recovery in Scotland 🗨️Counterfeit Labubu Dolls Please read & share➡️mailchi.mp/3fdd8f6c7672/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

Be #ScamAware of messages saying your Apple ID has been locked for security reasons or that your iCloud storage is full Don't click links in unexpected messages - update your account/payment info via Settings directly on your device or via iTunes More➡️#Ongoing1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/cab5921db951/t…

PayPal users are being warned about a new '1p deposit' scam where scammers deposit a small amount of money in your account, then ask you to call the number provided if you didn't authorise the transaction Read more➡️ which.co.uk/news/article/w…

The #ScamAware van will be around North Lanarkshire this week as part of the #ShutOutScammers campaign - let us know if you see it!

There have been reports of cold callers targeting ex-council properties and offering residents a 30% discount on new windows and doors if they sign up immediately They say they're affiliated with the local council, which isn't true Read more➡️ #Recent2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/cab5921db951/t…

Our van has had a spring makeover and is ready to go out on the road this summer! It will be travelling across Scotland as part of our #ShutOutScammers campaign - let us know if you see it out and about! #ConfidentConsumer #StopLoanSharks #ScamAware

Scam TV Licence emails are on the rise. They might: ❌Ask you to make an urgent payment ❌Say you can get a refund or a cheaper licence ❌Show a fake licence number Be #ScamAware - read more in our #ScamShare bulletin ➡️#Recent1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/cab5921db951/t…

Our weekly #ScamShare bulletin includes information and advice about the latest email, doorstep, phone and cyber scams affecting Scottish consumers Sign up to receive the bulletin at tsscot.co.uk/bulletin/

Sign up for Neighbourhood Watch Scotland free alerts to receive timely local alerts about community safety and crime prevention from Police Scotland, Trading Standards and other partners. Find out more 👇 neighbourhoodwatchscotland.co.uk

Fake clothes, bags and accessories might look like the real think, but they're definitely not luxury - these fakes seized around Glasgow recently were stored in filthy & damp conditions👇 Read more ➡️tsscot.co.uk/guilty-plea-fo…

With products & services becoming more expensive it's important to make sure your consumer rights are upheld Find out more about your rights at consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-cent… or contact 0808 164 6000 for support on consumer-related matters #ConfidentConsumer

PayPal users are being warned about a new '1p deposit' scam where scammers deposit a small amount of money in your account, then ask you to call the number provided if you didn't authorise the transaction Read more➡️ which.co.uk/news/article/w…

Be #ScamAware of cold calls saying there have been suspicious transactions on your card. Don't follow instructions given in an unexpected automated call - you may be put through to a scammer Read recent examples➡️#Ongoing2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mailchi.mp/cab5921db951/t…