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Scams can come in many forms.
Over the next 2 weeks we’re sharing everything you need to know to be #ScamAware. Our advice can help you spot and avoid scams, and get the support you need if you’ve been scammed ⚠️
Look at all our advice on scams:
bit.ly/4ysxivk
ALT Image of a construction worker assessing the scaffolding on a semi-detached house. Text above reads: “Could you spot a scam?”
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Need work doing to your home but don’t know who to trust? 🤔
Scammers can pose as tradespeople, so don’t feel pressured into choosing the first person who gives you a quote.
Learn how to protect yourself from rogue traders ⤵️
bit.ly/46fD0EM
#ScamAware
ALT Silhouette image of an open front door. Text to the left of the image reads: “Close the door on rogue traders.”
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Been contacted by someone you don’t know unexpectedly, or had a trader come to your door with a limited time offer?
Don’t rush into any decisions. If you suspect you’re being scammed, here’s what to do ⬇️
bit.ly/3UTMaoa
#ScamAware
ALT Text reads: “3 signs of a scam: Someone is asking you to transfer money quickly You’ve been asked to pay in an unusual way You have no written agreement in place .”
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Wednesday 21 October - SuperValu and Centra recall salmon and prawn cocktail products because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes #FoodAlert alerts.food.gov.uk/news-aler…
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Received a message about a job offer? Stop and Think.
Scammers can impersonate recruiters and HR teams to steal personal and financial information.
Watch out for:
•Recruiters who say they’ve reviewed your CV even though you never sent it
•Pressure to act fast or pay to secure a role
•Vague coaching or CV services with no credentials
#TakeFive #JobScams #StopChallengeProtect #JobSearch
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Great to attend the @UniofReading Community Fair yestersay. It was fantastic to soeak with so many students and aharw advixe on prevention, awareness and community safety. Thank you for having me! @CAPUKweets @CAPmattk
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It is 100 days until it becomes illegal to sell tobacco to anyone born on or after 1 Jan 2009
Council message to retailers: "Gov guidance is published and and your council's trading standards service will answer questions" - LGA's Cllr Dr Wendy Taylor
local.gov.uk/about/news/100-…
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Hundreds of potentially unsafe children's ‘squishy’ toys have been seized from shops in Reading this week by our Trading Standards team, following concerns that they may not comply with UK product safety laws
Read more 📰 rdguk.info/pe0r2
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“Hi Mum… Hi Dad…” 📱
Criminals impersonate family members to trick you into parting with your money or information. They try to gain your trust and create a sense of panic.
#TakeFive and always speak to the person directly before transferring any money and take your time to verify the request.
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What you need to know about the squishy toy trend, including the potential risks, and practical tips to help your family choose safe toys.
Take a look: capt.org.uk/squishy-toys-war…
#ChildSafety #ChildHealth
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Great to attend the Health & Wellbeing event at Rivermead Leisure Centre on Wednesday.
Speaking with members of the public about concerns around smoking, vaping and alcohol, and offering brief advice and signposting to local support services.
@CAPUKTweets @ReadingCouncil
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🚨FREE Webinar: Consumer Vulnerability
Designed to help businesses better understand consumer vulnerability and their responsibilities when supporting consumers.
📅 Monday 27 April, 10:00–11:30 or Monday 22 June, 10:00–11:30
👉 Book now: tradingstandards.uk/practiti…
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Great to welcome @mimsdavies MP to Heathcote Express & Post Office in East Grinstead for a valuable discussion on tackling illicit trade, the cost of trading &business rates
ACS are conducting store visits with MPs in their constituencies, let us know if you want to get involved
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🛑It will take you 30 seconds to drop a used vape at a recycling point.
When vapes get crushed in general waste or mixed recycling, the batteries can spark. That spark becomes a fire. Sometimes in the truck. Sometimes at the depot.
Follow the link below to find your nearest vape recycling point. It could be at a supermarket, vape shop or council site.👇
recycleyourelectricals.org.u…
gov.uk/guidance/my-safety-us…
#SmallHabitsBigDifference #SafeVapeDisposal #DontBinThatVape!
#BatteryFires
ALT Image from vape campaign - don't bin your used vape recycle it instead.
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🛑Setting up new tech over the weekend?
✅Make your smart product more secure – Always change the default password when prompted.
View all of our resources to raise awareness of safety issues associated with consumer products that can connect to the internet or a network.👇
gov.uk/guidance/my-safety-sm…
#ShopSmartShopSafely #IoT #CyberSecurity
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🔋🚲🛴E-bike and e-scooter safety matters. Only buy safe e-bikes from reputable sellers, replace parts with products recommended by the manufacturer, and seek professional help when converting or repairing an e-bike.
👀Watch our YouTube clip here: 👉youtu.be/rYrtP5yfdo0
✅Check out the official guidance here:👇
gov.uk/guidance/buy-safe-be-…
#BuySafe
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Monday 20 April - Updated: Saffron Pastries recalls various Saffron Pastries products because of potential rodent contamination #FoodAlert food.gov.uk/news-alerts/aler…
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⚠️Situational vulnerability comes from life challenges like job loss, divorce, or mental health
⚠️Marketplace vulnerability arises with tough or unfamiliar choices, like switching providers
🚨Both increase the risk of scams and fraud
More: tinyurl.com/coercecontrol
#NoBlameNoShame
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Today is World Romance Scams Prevention Day
Criminals use AI to create fake profiles, photos and videos.
Don’t trust everything you see online.
Hear the real voices of victims and learn how to stay safe: actionfraud.police.uk/romanc…. #RomanceFraud
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☀️Going paddle boarding this summer?
⚠️Don’t take the risk, check your gear before you go.
🔗 gov.uk/product-safety-alerts…
#StaySafeThisSummer #ProductRecalls
