In this week's #ScamShare bulletin:
π¨οΈInsulation Scams: Formaldehyde Poisoning
π¨οΈCold Weather and Energy Bill Support Scams
π¨οΈRental Scams
π¨οΈApple ID Scams
π¨οΈCommon Bank Scams
π¨οΈLocksmith Scams
Please read & share β‘οΈ mailchi.mp/9aea37011efe...
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In this week's #ScamShare bulletin:
π¨οΈHousing Repair Scams
π¨οΈRemote Access Scams - Software Updates
π¨οΈLandscaping Scams
π¨οΈAmazon Refund Scams
π¨οΈNational Student Money Week
π¨οΈIllegal Money Lender Arrested
Please read & shareβ‘οΈ mailchi.mp/d83f923a68a0...
06.03.2025 08:38 β
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Regulation is at the heart of economic growth, providing a level playing field for businesses, dealing with rogue businesses who undermine this, and boosting consumer and market confidence as a result.
#regulation #regulators #tradingstandards #economicgrowth #business #consumerprotection
21.02.2025 16:44 β
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Regulators hold the key to delivering inclusive growth. Itβs time Labour ended its culture war against them.
Our new report with Fairness Foundation sets out why regulation is key to delivering fair growth and raising living standards
Weβve written to the gov with @fairness.bsky.social
and 24 business leaders, investors and legal experts to demand a re-think on @teamlabouruk.bsky.social's deregulatory agenda.
Our report sets out why regulation is the bedrock fair and inclusive growth. More ππ
open.substack.com/pub/unchecke...
20.02.2025 13:43 β
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0027t61
Hear CTSI's CEO speak to BBC Radio 4's "You and Yours" programme, aired today, highlighting the issues around Trading Standards funding and the adaptations being undertaken to address the gaps.
#tradingstandards #consumerprotection #regulation #regulators
t.co/oLpR45mZCr
10.02.2025 15:26 β
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Events - Connexions Sandwell
NEW YEAR NEW START 2025 New Year New Start β our annual Careers Fair...
The CTSI team will be in attendance at the New Year New Start #CareersFair on Saturday 1 February in West Bromwich, highlighting the amazing #TradingStandards profession and #career!
To register for your free ticket, visit:
connexionssandwell.co.uk/events1/
#job #newjob #newcareer
28.01.2025 12:14 β
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Hertfordshire #TradingStandards officers have visited pubs & restaurants to check the measures of alcohol given meet the legal requirements. 90% were found to be short measured (20/22)! Contact your local Trading Standards to report any short measures you get.
#legalmetrology #consumerprotection
22.01.2025 15:49 β
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Cover of the Winter 2025 Edition of the Journal of Trading Standards, showing a woman with 4 globes between outstretched arms.
Itβs here, it's utterly glorious & packed with something for every TS professional:
βοΈregulatory reform
β‘οΈgreen energy
π¨scams
π±product safety
π· financial investigations
πillicit tobacco
β¦and an insightful interview with Justin Madders to name just a few!
#tradingstandards #consumerprotection
15.01.2025 15:50 β
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This is worrying! Consumer protection is vital to economic growth, ensuring consumer confidence and a level playing field for businesses. A rethink is needed on this strategy.
#consumerprotection #tradingstandards #econonmicgrowth
14.01.2025 08:29 β
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Price of resale tickets to be capped under plans to tackle touts
The government is suggesting a cap on the cost of resold tickets, potentially up to 30% on top of the original price.
Price of resale tickets to be capped under plans to tackle touts:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#pricing #dynamicpricing #tradingstandards #cma #tickets #tickettout #pricecap #consumerprotection
14.01.2025 08:25 β
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CTSI meet with @gwynnemp.bsky.social on the vital work of #TradingStandards and in particular the role we will play in enforcing the forthcoming Tobacco and Vapes legislation. We look forward to continuing working to protect the publicβs health and to support businesses. #SmokefreeGeneration
08.01.2025 13:59 β
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https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/recovering-a-hacked-account
Been hacked and lost digital access? Norfolk County Council's Trading Standards Service have produced a guide to recovering your accounts. Check it out here: βΆοΈ
t.co/gswaV17ZzM
08.01.2025 12:18 β
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This looks interesting! As someone who has spent their career to date involved in regulation of the food industry from both a Trading Standards and Environmental Health perspective, I shall be listening to this.
#foodsafety #foodstrategy #regulation #tradingstandards #foodstandards #foodlabelling
08.01.2025 09:05 β
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Self assessment scams infographic on the type of scam, how to avoid them and how to report
With the Self Assessment deadline looming, @tsscot.bsky.social are advising how to identify, avoid and report Self Assessment Scams
#selfassessment #scams #tradingstandards #scamaware #bescamaware
Read more: mailchi.mp/74b59f60c4ad...
08.01.2025 08:49 β
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CTSI Guidance for Shopping Safely Online
Some useful, top tips for shopping safely online:
www.tradingstandards.uk/news-policy-...
#online #tradingstandards #shopping #onlineshopping #safety #onlinesafety #consumerprotection
08.01.2025 08:44 β
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Think youβve been scammed by a shop during your #Christmas shopping?
π Keep evidence of whatβs happened, including pictures of what you received & communication between you and the shop.
This #online scams tool can help you stay #ScamAware orlo.uk/5xp6M
#tradingstandards #consumerrights
07.01.2025 08:34 β
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Weβre working with STV News on a piece about illegal money lending β would you be willing to share your experience with a journalist?
You can do this anonymously β youβre identity will be protected.
Please get in touch at stopillegallending@cosla.gov.uk
06.01.2025 14:54 β
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Weβre working with STV News on a piece about illegal money lending β would you be willing to share your experience with a journalist?
You can do this anonymously β youβre identity will be protected.
Please get in touch at stopillegallending@cosla.gov.uk
06.01.2025 14:55 β
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New Year, New Career? Why not see what your local council can offer? No two days are the same and you make a difference to the local community! I can recommend #TradingStandards as a good place to start π
#recruitment #career #careeropportunites #localgovernment #apprenticeship #newjob
03.01.2025 08:59 β
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'Ripped off' caravan owners start compensation fight
Parks involved in the legal action have defended their sales practices and pitch fee rises.
An interesting case coming up in the courts, focussing on fair trading and contract terms. I will be watching this with interest!
#fairtrading #tradingstandards #contractterms #consumerprotection
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
03.01.2025 08:25 β
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Home | Business Companion
Know a #smallbusiness owner struggling with #consumerlaw?
Point them to Business Companion by CTSI β a free resource with expert advice, checklists, and guides to simplify compliance and protect their business.
businesscompanion.info
#tradingstandards #regulation #businessadvice
19.12.2024 08:29 β
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The logo of the awards - a white circle, with a looping gold star, wrapped around the words "Hero Awards 2024" in the centre. In the background is gold glitter/lights, with a trophy on a wooden stand
A screen and banner with the Hero Awards logo on, and showing sponsors. There is an image of a big, star shaped, silver coloured award.
Last night was the CTSI Hero Awards π€© It was wonderful to be able to promote & celebrate the work done by showcasing these achievements. A fabulous way to get our message across!
#TradingStandards #BuildBackTS #HeroAwards2024
11.12.2024 10:47 β
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Today in the A-Z of scams: HMRC scams
π±Cold calls saying you owe HMRC money in unpaid tax
π»Emails saying you're eligible to receive a tax refund
Be suspicious if you get an unexpected call/text/email supposedly from HMRC asking for money or offering financial help
www.tsscot.co.uk/a-z-scams/
09.12.2024 09:27 β
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