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Consumer Scotland

@consumer_scot

Consumer Scotland is the statutory body for consumers in Scotland. You can also find us on Bluesky at consumerscotland.bsky.social and on LinkedIn.

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The Compleat Food Group is recalling Wall’s The Classic Scotch Egg and Wall’s 2 Classic Scotch Eggs because Salmonella has been found in the products - bit.ly/3Gs5h1B #foodalert

The Compleat Food Group is recalling Wall’s The Classic Scotch Egg and Wall’s 2 Classic Scotch Eggs because Salmonella has been found in the products - bit.ly/3Gs5h1B #foodalert
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⚠️ Product Recall: First Baby Days Bath Time Bath Book (2504-0165) presenting a risk of ingestion. Due to a manufacturing fault in a specific product batch, the colour coating of the product can come away from the surface when immersed in water, causing flaking. The baby may

⚠️ Product Recall: First Baby Days Bath Time Bath Book (2504-0165) presenting a risk of ingestion. Due to a manufacturing fault in a specific product batch, the colour coating of the product can come away from the surface when immersed in water, causing flaking. The baby may
Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: Sentrin FRI Plywood (2506-0094) for use in construction works, found not to consistently achieve the declared reaction to fire performance. The product does not have a compliant Declaration of Performance or evidence of initial type testing to verify the

⚠️ Product Recall: Sentrin FRI Plywood (2506-0094) for use in construction works, found not to consistently achieve the declared reaction to fire performance. The product does not have a compliant Declaration of Performance or evidence of initial type testing to verify the
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Our Head of Energy Transition Alistair Hill joined a Utility Week panel on heat networks consumer protections in London yesterday. Alistair highlighted that improving pricing and billing processes will build consumer confidence in the heat networks sector.

Our Head of Energy Transition Alistair Hill joined a <a href="/UtilityWeek/">Utility Week</a> panel on heat networks consumer protections in London yesterday.

Alistair highlighted that improving pricing and billing processes will build consumer confidence in the heat networks sector.
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East Ayrshire Trading Standards have issued a warning over 'dangerous' fake Labubu dolls which have been seized from several premises. They have loose parts, posing a choking hazard to young children ⬇️ news.stv.tv/scotland/warni…

Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: Poundland 8-Pack of Valentine's Day Heart Balloons (2506-0139) presenting a serious chemical risk as it contains an excess of N-nitrosamines and N-nitrosatables. These compounds are considered toxic, and their use is restricted in products intended for use as

⚠️ Product Recall: Poundland 8-Pack of Valentine's Day Heart Balloons (2506-0139) presenting a serious chemical risk as it contains an excess of N-nitrosamines and N-nitrosatables. These compounds are considered toxic, and their use is restricted in products intended for use as
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⚠️ Product Recall: Black 1 Amp Charger for LiFePO4 Rechargeable Vape (2506-0165) presenting a risk of fire as the manufacturer has identified a PCB design fault which could cause the device to malfunction.⚠️ gov.uk/product-safety… #UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall

⚠️ Product Recall: Black 1 Amp Charger for LiFePO4 Rechargeable Vape (2506-0165) presenting a risk of fire as the manufacturer has identified a PCB design fault which could cause the device to malfunction.⚠️

gov.uk/product-safety…

#UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall
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This update is to make consumers aware of additional online platforms selling this product. The product is sold on Amazon and on the Orgenism website - bit.ly/46qGtBD #foodalert

This update is to make consumers aware of additional online platforms selling this product. The product is sold on Amazon and on the Orgenism website - bit.ly/46qGtBD #foodalert
Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: Handlebar Stem on MiRIDER 24 Bicycles (2506-0189) presenting a risk of injuries as the handlebar clamp can de-bond and rotate, which may cause the handlebars to work free from the stem.⚠️ gov.uk/product-safety… #UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall

⚠️ Product Recall: Handlebar Stem on MiRIDER 24 Bicycles (2506-0189) presenting a risk of injuries as the handlebar clamp can de-bond and rotate, which may cause the handlebars to work free from the stem.⚠️

gov.uk/product-safety…

#UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall
Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: BIJOU Poppy Jumpsuit (2506-0213) presenting a risk of choking as the push buttons in the leg opening may become loose or detach after a short period of use.⚠️ gov.uk/product-safety… #UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall

⚠️ Product Recall: BIJOU Poppy Jumpsuit (2506-0213) presenting a risk of choking as the push buttons in the leg opening may become loose or detach after a short period of use.⚠️

gov.uk/product-safety…

#UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall
Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: Byblos Blu Happy Hour Eau De Toilette sold by TK Maxx (2503-0192) presenting a risk to consumers health as it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC.⚠️ gov.uk/product-safety… #UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall

⚠️ Product Recall: Byblos Blu Happy Hour Eau De Toilette sold by TK Maxx (2503-0192) presenting a risk to consumers health as it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC.⚠️

gov.uk/product-safety…

#UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall
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⚠️ Product Recall: TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness sold by Decathlon (2506-0147) presenting a serious risk of drowning as, under certain conditions, the bladder may become punctured, resulting in reduced buoyancy.⚠️ gov.uk/product-safety… #UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall

⚠️ Product Recall: TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness sold by Decathlon (2506-0147) presenting a serious risk of drowning as, under certain conditions, the bladder may become punctured, resulting in reduced buoyancy.⚠️

gov.uk/product-safety…

#UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall
Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: Charger Base for Electric Toothbrush, HYC3757A sold via TikTok (2506-0153) presenting a serious risk of fire as it has loose internal connections and is fitted with an incorrect fuse.⚠️ gov.uk/product-safety… #UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall

⚠️ Product Recall: Charger Base for Electric Toothbrush, HYC3757A sold via TikTok (2506-0153) presenting a serious risk of fire as it has loose internal connections and is fitted with an incorrect fuse.⚠️

gov.uk/product-safety…

#UkRecallsAndAlerts #ProductRecall
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⚠️ Product Recall: PIEPS Pro IPS and PIEPS Set Pro IPS Avalanche Transceiver (2506-0130) presenting a risk of entrapment and injuries as the AAA batteries can be jarred or impacted out of alignment with the electrical contacts. If this occurs, the device may turn off

⚠️ Product Recall: PIEPS Pro IPS and PIEPS Set Pro IPS Avalanche Transceiver (2506-0130) presenting a risk of entrapment and injuries as the AAA batteries can be jarred or impacted out of alignment with the electrical contacts. If this occurs, the device may turn off
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The Big Scottish Scam Survey 2025 is running throughout July! According to last year's survey these were the most common scams ⬇️ has anything changed? Take the survey➡️forms.office.com/e/dXX1Riz06Z

The Big Scottish Scam Survey 2025 is running throughout July!

According to last year's survey these were the most common scams ⬇️ has anything changed?

Take the survey➡️forms.office.com/e/dXX1Riz06Z
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Do you have credit on your energy account? It's good to learn how account balances work, why it might be a good idea to build up credit and how to get a refund if you think your current or previous supplier owes you money. You can find out more here: ow.ly/x4mJ50VwuCB

Do you have credit on your energy account? 

It's good to learn how account balances work, why it might be a good idea to build up credit and how to get a refund if you think your current or previous supplier owes you money.

You can find out more here: ow.ly/x4mJ50VwuCB
Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: John Lewis & Partners Carnival Floor Cushion (2507-0004) presenting a risk of fire as it does not meet fire safety requirements. This means there is a potential risk of a fire if the product is exposed to an ignition source.⚠️ gov.uk/product-safety…

⚠️ Product Recall: John Lewis &amp; Partners Carnival Floor Cushion (2507-0004) presenting a risk of fire as it does not meet fire safety requirements. This means there is a potential risk of a fire if the product is exposed to an ignition source.⚠️

gov.uk/product-safety…
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Have you fallen behind on paying your energy bills? 🟠 Free debt advice here ow.ly/1bXf50Uv0AP 🟠 Check your eligibility for extra support here ow.ly/M20E50Uv0AN 🟠 Find out about grants available to pay off debts here ow.ly/CoSV50VwuV4

Have you fallen behind on paying your energy bills? 

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🟠 Check your eligibility for extra support here ow.ly/M20E50Uv0AN

🟠 Find out about grants available to pay off debts here 
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Office for Product Safety and Standards (@officeforsands) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ Product Recall: Kids Unisex Rose Pink Tracksuit (2506-0177) presenting a serious risk of strangulation as it has decorative cords around the neck which exceed the maximum permissible length. While worn, the cord may become entangled and tighten across the child’s neck, leading

⚠️ Product Recall: Kids Unisex Rose Pink Tracksuit (2506-0177) presenting a serious risk of strangulation as it has decorative cords around the neck which exceed the maximum permissible length. While worn, the cord may become entangled and tighten across the child’s neck, leading
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Consumer Scotland has published a statement on today's announcement by Ofcom on reforms to the Universal Postal Service. Read more: bit.ly/44oXT0i

Consumer Scotland has published a statement on today's announcement by <a href="/Ofcom/">Ofcom</a> on reforms to the Universal Postal Service. 

Read more: bit.ly/44oXT0i