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We're looking for examples of scams to feature in upcoming media activity If you've experienced a doorstep scam or had issues with a rogue trader that you dealt with following a cold call, please fill out this form➡️forms.office.com/e/diWEVbQg0Q

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

Be #ScamAware of calls or emails which ask for your details to receive a heating payment or discount on your energy bills If you're eligible to receive cold weather or energy bill support payments, you don't need to apply - you'll be paid automatically ➡️mailchi.mp/9aea37011efe/t…

⚠️A very high wildfire warning is in place across central and south-west Scotland. Moving to low-lying areas on Thursday and Central Highlands on Friday. An EXTREME wildfire warning will cover all low-lying areas in Scotland on Friday.⚠️ Read more: bit.ly/4kvU4wb

“Many older people have told us how stressful and annoying it is now for them to do basic things like book a GP appointment if they are not online." Help us combat digital exclusion by signing our petition: bit.ly/48Y4K0K #OfflineAndOverlooked

Do you have friends or relatives who are bothered by scam calls? Our PDF with information about common scam calls and how to avoid them can be printed off for those who are not online 👇 #ScamShare #ScamAware tsscot.co.uk/wp-content/upl…

Recent reports of cold callers who say they work for the Council and can offer free roof surveys or discounts on roof cleaning They may tell you that urgent work is required on your roof Verify their identity with the council before dealing with them ➡️mailchi.mp/651cea462fd8/t…

The Scottish Outdoor Access Code provides advice about how to camp responsibly in Scotland. More info: rb.gy/fvxn1g Responsible camper poster: rb.gy/73lh48 Get our TENT SAFETY poster: rb.gy/i4p5r4

If you’ve experienced misleading or aggressive sales practices, you can report the trader to Trading Standards by calling Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000 or visiting scamwatch.scot #ConfidentConsumer

If you think a trader has given you misleading information about a product, such as exaggerating what it can do or not revealing important details, you could have the right to cancel the contract or obtain a refund Find out more: citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland/consu… #ConfidentConsumer

As part of our #ConsumerConfidence campaign we've created a new cold caller checklist It may be useful for those who are worried about rogue traders or who don't feel confident dealing with cold callers Download & print ➡️tsscot.co.uk/wp-content/upl…

The spring 2025 edition of Advantage has just landed and is packed full of information, personal stories and valuable insights about Age Scotland's work. You can read it here ➡️ bit.ly/43GLcxR

Each edition of the #ScamShare bulletin throughout April will include information about a different subject related to consumer rights for our #ConfidentConsumer campaign This week the focus is on aggressive sales practices ➡️ mailchi.mp/ebc92baa84d6/t…

We've added a new accessibility tool to our website - it includes: ✔️Text to Speech software ✔️Font and colour customisation ✔️Reading accessibility tools ✔️Translation into over 130 languages Just click the circular ReciteMe icon to get started! ➡️tsscot.co.uk

If you’ve experienced misleading or aggressive sales practices, you can report the trader to Trading Standards by calling Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000 or visiting scamwatch.scot #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

.Hamilton CAB is recruiting for the posts below ➡️Team Leader - Lay Representation Service (28hrs pw) ➡️Business Development Officer (17.5hrs p/w) To find out more visit our website tinyurl.com/y7xtn3d5 #charityjob

👀 Patients at University Hospital Monklands will now see NHS Lanarkshire’s new eTriage kiosks in the ED. 🛠️ They are not live yet — but we are testing and training for a safe launch by month-end. 📲 eTriage will support, not replace, existing check-in. 🔗 nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/first-glimpse-…

🔋Batteries should never be placed in household waste. If they get damaged they can cause a fire. Check with your local authority for recycling guidelines. ow.ly/GOPp50V6NtW

Looking for a trusted trader? You can find members of trade associations such as the Federation of Master Builders via the Trade Association Forum at taforum.org/membership/mem… #ConfidentConsumer