TradingStandardsScot

Trading Standards Scotland is the national coordinating body for Trading Standards and consumer protection issues across Scotland.

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Almost half of Scots (46%) have experienced an aggressive or misleading sales transaction

Do you know how to recognise misleading or aggressive sales practices and what to do if you experience them?

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

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In this week's #ScamShare bulletin:

🗨️Energy Grant/Funding Scams
🗨️Energy Supplier Impersonation Scams
🗨️FCA Scams: Data Breach
🗨️People's Postcode Lottery Scams
🗨️Big Scottish Scam Survey
🗨️Misleading Ads for Energy Saving Products

Please read & share➡️https://t.co/zwb7WR0NMm

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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

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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 Home Energy Scotland for free, impartial advice about grants and funding for energy efficiency measures and #ShutOutScammers

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Rogue traders will often tell you they’re offering a special deal on home maintenance which is only available today and which will make your home warmer in the winter

Don’t let a cold caller start work straight away- take time to think before making a decision

#ShutOutScammers

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Scammers are cold calling and saying they work for an energy company. They say you may be eligible to receive a government-backed grant for new windows/doors

Don’t provide details/payments to a cold caller on the spot - do some research before making a decision #ShutOutScammers

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Thinking of making your home more energy efficient? Get an independent assessment carried out first

Cold callers may try to sell energy saving measures you don’t actually need, which won’t provide any benefit

Get free, impartial advice from Home Energy Scotland #ShutOutScammers

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This week the #ShutOutScammer campaign will focus on common energy scams:

🏠“You need new insulation”

💰“You qualify for a grant for double glazing”

Don’t believe cold callers or online adverts– get trusted advice at https://t.co/17RQF8glHh

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Today we're launching the Big Scottish Scam Survey 2026!

If you or a family member has experienced a scam in the past year, please let us know about it - it will help us make sure our #ScamShare content is up to date and relevant

Fill out the survey ➡️ https://t.co/JZDR1PSpaF

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Our cold caller checklist may be useful for those who are worried about rogue traders or who don’t feel confident dealing with cold callers

View online or download & print: https://t.co/DOXz9bXGh6 #ShutOutScammers

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If you’ve experienced misleading or aggressive sales practices, you can report the trader to Trading Standards by calling Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000 or visiting https://t.co/4DuYcQK45M

#ShutOutScammers

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This week's #ScamShare bulletin has advice on avoiding #WorldCup scams:

⚽scam websites advertising cheap Scotland football strips which don't arrive
⚽ticket scams on online marketplaces

Read more ➡️https://t.co/AZoRgRSnTe

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If you agree to buy goods or services from cold caller, make sure that you take a note of their company name and contact details in case something goes wrong.

Find out more about your consumer rights at https://t.co/rJrXHfYbZH

#ShutOutScammers

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Thinking of making improvements to your home?

Don’t deal with cold callers- many local authorities run approved trader schemes, listing businesses who have been vetted by Trading Standards & have commited to treat customers fairly

➡️https://t.co/kzLx071s2i

#ShutOutScammers

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1 in 4 second-hand shoppers bought a counterfeit item last year without realising.

Learn how to spot the signs and shop safely on pre-loved platforms 👇

👉 https://t.co/Ne27nLfxJw

#SecondHandNotSecondBest

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There’s been a rise in scammers who say they are carrying out electrical safety checks on behalf of the government, council or electricity network

If you’re concerned about voltage levels in your property, find a registered electrician at https://t.co/GLBPaniwDH #ShutOutScammers

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Has a cold caller told you they are working for the local council and have some materials left over so can offer a cheap deal on a new driveway?

Ask them to wait and close the door while you phone the council to verify their identity. #ShutOutScammers

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This week's #ScamShare bulletin has recent examples of impersonation scams, where cold callers claim to work for or on behalf of the local council or housing association.

Read more➡️https://t.co/evHUUrbppx

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If you’re concerned that a neighbour/relative may answer the door to a rogue trader, you can request a free No Cold Calling sticker from their local council

#ShutOutScammers

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Choose quality, value and confidence, not fakes.

Pre-loved fashion gives you authentic style, better value and pieces that last.

Support the new @IPOEnforcement campaign helping shoppers spot counterfeits online.
👉 https://t.co/Ne27nLfxJw

#SecondHandNotSecondBest

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There have been reports of doorstep scammers offering to carry out roof coating & restoration services, saying they have council funding

Rather than dealing with cold callers, find traders who have been vetted by Trading Standards at https://t.co/kzLx071s2i #ShutOutScammers