ScamFreeAngus

Angus Council, Police Scotland, local banks, businesses and charities are working in partnership to stamp out scams in Angus. Don't be a victim!

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

Hoping to get tickets for the top summer events? Stay safe from #TicketFraud.

✅Only buy tickets from trusted sources.
❌Say no to bank transfers and pay by credit card instead.
🔐 Protect your accounts.
🔎 Check if your ticket vendor is a @STARticketing member.

Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/xfGFNgvETh

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

🏖️ Planning a last-minute trip? Don’t let fraudsters trip you up this summer.

🌴Holiday fraud affected over 6,000 travellers last year. ☀️

👉 Find out more: https://t.co/nxjnW7iHv8
#StopHolidayFraud
#ScamAware

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

Have you been told by a cold caller that you’re eligible for a grant for insulation, solar panels or a new boiler?

Don’t take their word for it - contact @HomeEnergyScot for free, impartial advice about grants and funding for energy efficiency measures and #ShutOutScammers

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

Confused about which grants and loans are available for energy efficiency measures in your home?

Don’t believe cold callers who say you are eligible for grants/funding – seek legitimate and trusted advice from Home Energy Scotland

👉https://t.co/ex1ecUsMxR #ShutOutScammers

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

Check the caller is legitimate. Make the call

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

Data shows there was a rise of social media and email account hacking reported in 2024, with a total of 35,434 reports made to Action Fraud, compared to 22,530 reports made in 2023.

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

🏖️Unsure about a holiday deal? Remember to always:

✅ do your research and
✅ check if the travel company is an @ABTOT_UK or @ABTAtravel member or @ATOLprotected holder.

Follow our advice for a fraud-free holiday advice 👇https://t.co/jdYchhL4eG

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

In this week's #ScamShare bulletin:

🗨️Spray Foam Removal Scams
🗨️Delivery Scams: QR Codes
🗨️Driving Licence & Test Scams
🗨️Gardening Scams
🗨️ 'Ex-Offender' Doorstep Scams
🗨️Gift Card Scams

Please read & share➡️https://t.co/nfnZWYKGMp

[ScamFreeAngus @ScamFreeAngus]

Four new sneaky text message scams to watch out for https://t.co/Tuv9LIhJo6

[ScamFreeAngus @ScamFreeAngus]

Latest scam alerts from @WhichUK

[Which? @WhichUK]

Don't get caught out by these 👇

🔴 Energy-saving device scam email
🔴 Apple scam email
🔴 Royal Mail impersonation text

And sign up for our free Scam Alert service to keep you and your family safe 🔒

https://t.co/pNsNjwHmKs

[ThePensionsRegulator @TPRgovuk]

Fighting pension fraud is a shared responsibility. Together we can protect savers.

👉 Read our blog to learn how PSAG partners are working together to safeguard savers, and the vital role you can play. https://t.co/1AxoRH5z28

#PensionFraud #ProtectYourPension #PSAG

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

🚨Watch out for fake job recruitment ads. 🚨

⚠️If you receive a job offer, always carry out thorough research to ensure the employer is legitimate and never pay advance fees.

🔎Spot the signs of recruitment fraud👇 https://t.co/UDm2gtEZ7O

[ScamFreeAngus @ScamFreeAngus]

Here is this weeks excellent #ScamShare bulletin from @TSScot

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

In this week's #ScamShare bulletin:

🗨️Housing Repair Scams
🗨️Remote Access Scams - Software Updates
🗨️Landscaping Scams
🗨️Amazon Refund Scams
🗨️National Student Money Week
🗨️Illegal Money Lender Arrested

Please read & share➡️ https://t.co/8Tb7E5BsLL

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

This #SaferInternetDay be #ScamAware of the most frequently reported email scams👇

Don't click on links in unexpected emails. If a message says there's a problem with your account, log in via the official website/app rather than clicking a link #ScamShare

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

⚠Watch out for #cryptocurrency scams. Follow these tips to protect yourself:

✅Don’t rush into making a decision.
✅ Seek advice first.
✅Protect yourself and check @theFCA Warning List: https://t.co/ygBZkXh0Jn

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

Love at first sight … or maybe not.

[Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) @CTSI_UK]

🚨 SCAM ALERT: Fake Storm Éowyn welfare texts mimic legit systems like Crisis24 to harvest data. DO NOT reply or click links. Forward to 7726 to report & verify messages with trusted sources. Stay safe! 🌪 #StormÉowyn #ScamAlert #ConsumerProtection

[ScamFreeAngus @ScamFreeAngus]

This is a good list of common scams from @TSScot and you can print it off for a family member to keep handy. #Scamshare

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

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

https://t.co/eGzqwM4p0Y

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

Rogue traders are going door to door this winter, offering to coat roofs/house exteriors & saying their product will reduce energy bills

Don’t deal with cold callers - find approved & trusted traders via https://t.co/gltYn8A6yU

Read more➡️https://t.co/PH6BWCBkZs

[CitizensAdvice @CitizensAdvice]

😟 Had a problem with a shop when buying for #Christmas?

Our online tool can help you check if you’ve been scammed.

Be #ScamAware and head over to our website ⤵️
https://t.co/s75uiW0ZSH