Swindon Trading Standards

Promoting Buy with Confidence, stamping out scams and rogue traders and enforcing consumer protection laws.

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Dating and romance scams can affect people from all walks of life, so check out our information to help protect yourself against these fraudsters at https://t.co/zTryefO6Iv
#OnlineDatingSafety #StaySafeInLove #TradStandSW

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Accommodation for students can be scarce, but don’t rush your decision making and listen to your gut instincts. Double-check the property, landlord, and letting agent. https://t.co/N7DH0PaIeV #ScamFreeHousing #LegitHousingOnly #StudentScamAwareness #TradStandS

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Do you live or work in the farming community? If so, you’ll know it can be a hugely rewarding way of life. But you’ll also know it can have its challenges at times. https://t.co/61TdpI3oMf See your local area for advice https://t.co/i0rEec95z5

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Buying or adopting a pet is an exciting time. But do you really know the person behind the advert?
https://t.co/TsC1oipIMY
If you have concerns about an illegal importer, contact the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline Go to https://t.co/GdnYx4Qytg

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

We all love the excitement and thrill that online gaming, lotteries and prize draws can bring but be cautious. Read more on how to protect yourself here ➡️https://t.co/cF73Xqo3F4
#ProtectYourself #OnlineSafety

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

📢Students! Don't start your accommodation search until you've read more on our Scams Toolkit 🔎https://t.co/N7DH0Pbg4t
#ScamFreeHousing #LegitHousingOnly

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Check✅ Save💰 Thrive🌟Students Scams Toolkit is here to help.
https://t.co/IqWUDkGDPn
#StaySafeStudents #ScamWise #ScamTip

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Student Scams Toolkit https://t.co/fqUjariMa1 via @FacebookWatch

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Don't lose your cash to a scam!💸 Check out the NEW Student Scams Toolkit 🧐https://t.co/IqWUDkGDPn
#StaySafeStudents #ScamAlert #ScamWise #tradstandsw #CABHelps

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Students! Protect your money and yourself from dodgy deals by checking out the latest guidance for students. See: https://t.co/IqWUDkGDPn #StudentScam #ScamTips

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Student Scams Advice- Toolkit available now
https://t.co/IqWUDkHbEV
#StaySafeStudents #ScamTips

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

The Student Scams Toolkit- Stay informed @TradStandSW

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This week Trading Standards South West have been raising awareness of student scams and how to be more ‘scam wise’. Please visit https://t.co/9pupTiBRZ9 and like/share our film.

[Southend Trading Standards @SouthendTS]

It only takes a few minutes to register your appliances to ensure a safer home: https://t.co/xDVE67Sbqc

[Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) @CTSI_UK]

Consumers are urged to be aware of the dangers of some magnetic reusable water balloons after Trading Standards authorities in North Lanarkshire, Enfield, Hertfordshire, Belfast, and @OfficeforSandS identified that they can present a risk of death: https://t.co/YQ6L6XARsM

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

❤️ Don’t let your heart rule your head.
❗ Report suspicious dating or social media profiles as the criminals behind them might not just be conning one person.
🔍 Your report could help protect others #romancefraud

[CitizensAdvice @CitizensAdvice]

Moving to Uni in September? Congratulations!

It might feel daunting, but we can help.

Here’s 5 things you need to know ⤵️
https://t.co/RwKhU5AUoA

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Have you just received your A level results? Are looking for student accommodation? Here are a few points to consider in a handy booklet produced by BCP council

#tradstandsw #studentscams

[Office for Product Safety and Standards @OfficeforSandS]

OPSS is urging consumers to be aware of the dangers posed by certain magnetic reusable water balloons. The warning comes after OPSS identified reusable water balloons that present a risk of death or serious injury if two or more magnets are ingested.

https://t.co/oyV7yZrpnu

[Trading Standards South West @TradStandSW]

Some deals and offers on social media can seem too good to be true - and they usually are!

This Redpoints blog gives you a few pointers as to what to look out for on social media