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Pet owners beware! Counterfeit flea treatments are being sold online - and they could make your pet seriously ill. ✅ Always buy from trusted sources ⚠️ Look out for poor packaging, spelling errors, and strange smells Find out more: bit.ly/FakeFleaTreatm…

🎟️ If you’re offered tickets for something in high demand, don’t let the fear of missing out rush your decision. Take a moment to stop, think, and check if the offer is genuine. ✅ Buy tickets from the venue’s box office or an official ticketing site. ➡️ actionfraud.police.uk/news/ticket-fr…

💔 Romance fraudsters groom and manipulate their victims into believing that they are in a romantic relationship with them. In 2024, victims lost an average of £11,222 each. Support on what to look out for 👇 crimestoppers-uk.org/news-media/new…

⚠️ Warning over unregulated cosmetic IV drips Over 300 UK clinics are offering glutathione-based drips claiming to whiten skin or boost wellness - often without medical supervision. These treatments aren't regulated and carry serious risks. journaloftradingstandards.co.uk/health-safety/…

Following recent Winter Fuel payment announcements, scammers have been impersonating Department for Work and Pensions. The text messages include scam links to websites designed to steal your information. Be #ScamAware - the real payment will be made automatically this winter. which.co.uk/news/article/w…

Meet Frankie! Frankie is part of our Trading Standards team - a specially trained detection dog who helps us sniff out illegal tobacco. He joins us a few times a month and was out again last week helping us crack down on crime and protect public health. nottinghamcity.gov.uk/information-fo…

🚨 Take look at the latest scam alerts from Which? ⚠️ Fake DWP texts ⚠️ Dodgy parking fine emails ⚠️ Phishing targeting drivers & benefits claimants 🔽 which.co.uk/news/article/t…

🧴 Thinking of buying or using cosmetics? ✅ Check ingredients ✅ Look for a UK-based Responsible Person ✅ Avoid unclear or unlabelled products Stay safe & informed, take a look at the guidance from Office for Product Safety and Standards 🔽 gov.uk/guidance/consu…

Love your pet? Protect them from fake medicines. 🛒 Only buy flea and worming treatments from trusted sources 🔍 Check for spelling mistakes, odd smells, and poor packaging 📢 Report suspicious products to Trading Standards or Crimestoppers Read more info: bit.ly/FakeFleaTreatm…

Did you know? Our Trading Standards team regularly work alongside Nottinghamshire Police and Public Health to tackle: 🚫 Illegal tobacco 🚭 Non-compliant disposable vapes 🧸 Unsafe toys and goods It's all part of our joint commitment to keep Nottingham safe. Trading Standards

Criminals are targeting pet owners with counterfeit flea and worming treatments sold via online marketplaces. 18,000 illegal animal medicines and supplements were stopped last year. Let’s stop the spread of dangerous counterfeits. Find out more: bit.ly/FakeFleaTreatm…

📢 New vape laws are in place - but we’re still finding illegal disposable vapes on sale. 🚫 It’s illegal to sell single-use vapes that: ❌ Are not rechargeable ❌ Can’t be refilled ❌ Don’t give access to the coil citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/get-m… Trading Standards

Disposable vapes have been banned from sale since 1 June, but our Trading Standards partners are still finding them on sale. If you spot illegal products for sale - please report this to Trading Standards on 0808 223 1133.

Job scams take many forms, but one of the most common are ‘task scams’. These promise commission if you complete a series of online tasks in your own time. Be #ScamAware - no legitimate company will ask you to make payments when applying for a job. which.co.uk/news/article/a…

A new guide for convenience store retailers has been launched by ACS, outlining the different signs and notices that must be displayed. Find out what's required and get further guidance 👇 acs.org.uk/news/acs-launc…

Scam phone calls can be annoying and, in some cases, incredibly persuasive. Some of the latest scams impersonate: ☎️ Health advisers ☎️ WhatsApp jobs ☎️ Your bank's fraud department ☎️ Your mobile operator ☎️ Loft insulation companies which.co.uk/news/article/5…

Worried about everyday money, bills, rising rents, higher energy costs, or tackling debt? MoneyHelper has brought together their most useful tools, calculators and guides to help you keep on top of your money 👇 moneyhelper.org.uk/en/money-troub…

Would you know how to report illegal tobacco? 🚬 It’s often sold under the counter, without health warnings, and at suspiciously low prices. 👀 If something feels off - trust your instincts. 📩 Report anonymously via Citizens Advice citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/get-m… Trading Standards

Shop closure secured following joint investigation into illegal sales  mynottinghamnews.co.uk/shop-closure-s…

Don't let a criminal ruin your holiday! Before traveling abroad, ensure your card company has your updated contact info, carry their 24-hour helpline number, and only bring cards you'll use. When you return, review your bank statements for any unfamiliar transactions #TakeFive