If a trader gives you an estimate, then charges a lot more than you were expecting, you can dispute it The price should be reasonable - you may want to ask another trader to provide an estimate for the work or seek an expert opinion ➡️https://ow.ly/8JHq50YvH8Z #ConfidentConsumer

Has a trader carried out work on your property that is not as initially described or of satisfactory quality? You may be able to claim a repair, replacement or a full or partial refund Find out more about your consumer rights at https://consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-centre/ #ConfidentConsumer

If you hire a trader to carry out work on your property, you have the right to expect it to be completed with reasonable care and skill If not, you're legally entitled to ask them to fix the problem or ask for a refund Find out more: https://consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-centre #ConfidentConsumer

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has case studies of rogue traders who offer to repair driveways/private roads using materials supposedly left over from a previous job They may start work without being authorised or charge much more than agreed ➡️https://ow.ly/KmbK50Yv7HQ

There have been reports of scammers offering to carry out free voltage checks They wrongly say the voltage in your property is dangerously high & you need a voltage optimiser Don't deal with cold callers- find approved electricians via the links below ➡️https://ow.ly/IpOp50Yv7E1

If you can’t settle your complaint directly with a financial business and feel you’ve been treated unfairly, the Financial Ombudsman Service can help They’re here to give a free, fair and final answer Learn more ➡️ https://www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk/free-fair-final #FreeFairFinal

Scammers are taking advantage of the rise in young people looking for work and are advertising fake job opportunities on social media platforms & WhatsApp, often promising flexible hours and quick earnings Read more➡️ https://ow.ly/JpEh50YuCqm

There's been a recent increase in reports of cold callers who say they work for the NHS and try to pressure people into spending large amounts of money on medical aids such as mattresses, which are often substandard or unsuitable Read more➡️https://ow.ly/xqzx50YuCnN

Sign up for Neighbourhood Watch Scotland free alerts to receive timely local alerts about community safety and crime prevention from Police Scotland, Trading Standards and other partners. Find out more 👇 https://www.neighbourhoodwatchscotland.co.uk/

Struggling with credit, borrowing, or budgeting? The Students' Good Guide to Credit helps you understand your options and stay safe from high cost and illegal lenders Download now➡️https://stopillegallending.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Students-Good-Guide-To-Credit-2026.pdf

The Advertising Standards Authority has revealed the four biggest scam advertising trends from 2025 🟣Celebrity and public figure scams 🟣Retail scams 🟣Increasing use of AI and deepfakes 🟣Scam ads in mobile gaming apps More➡️ https://www.asa.org.uk/news/a-year-in-scams-2025-scam-ad-alert-update.html

The accessibility tool on our website includes: ✔️Text to Speech software ✔️Font & colour customisation ✔️Reading accessibility tools ✔️Translation into over 130 languages Just click the circular ReciteMe icon to get started! ➡️https://www.tsscot.co.uk/

Be #ScamAware of unexpected emails or social media messages from friends/family asking you to buy gift cards for them urgently Always verify that the request is genuine by calling the person who supposedly sent it on a trusted number Read more➡️https://ow.ly/UwZh50YsJLn

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has recent case studies of rogue traders who offer to repair driveways/private roads using materials supposedly left over from a previous job They may start work without being authorised or charge much more than initially agreed Read more➡️https://ow.ly/zORF50YsJCB

There have been reports of scammers offering to carry out free voltage checks They wrongly say the voltage in your property is dangerously high & you need a voltage optimiser Don't deal with cold callers- find approved electricians via the links below ➡️https://ow.ly/Zznf50YsJg5

The Chartered Trading Standards Institute is warning of a rise in recruitment scams targeting young people, particularly in the run up to the Easter holidays when many are searching for part time work Read more➡️ https://mailchi.mp/742023e8a81a/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-12-march#Recent1

There's been a recent increase in reports of cold callers who say they work for the NHS and try to pressure people into spending large amounts of money on medical aids such as mattresses, which are often substandard or unsuitable Read more➡️https://ow.ly/rzXW50YsJe0

In this week's #ScamShare bulletin: 🗨️Easter Recruitment Scams 🗨️NHS Impersonation Scams 🗨️'Leftover Tarmac' Scams 🗨️Voltage Optimiser Scams 🗨️'Ex-offender' Doorstep Scams 🗨️Gift Card Scams Please read & share➡️https://mailchi.mp/742023e8a81a/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-12-march

Has a trader tried to guilt you into paying for goods/services by saying their job will be at risk if they don’t make a sale? This is an example of aggressive selling and you could have the right to cancel the contract/get a refund ➡️ https://ow.ly/VYQV50Yslr4 #ConfidentConsumer

Has a salesperson overstayed their welcome in your home and refused to leave when asked? This could be an aggressive sales practice and you could have the right to cancel the contract or obtain a refund Find out more➡️ https://ow.ly/sIfx50Ysf7w #ConfidentConsumer

If a trader has used high pressure selling tactics to get you to buy a product or service on the spot, you may have the right to cancel the contract and obtain a full refund within 90 days Find out more: https://consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-centre #ConfidentConsumer

There's been a recent increase in reports of cold callers offering 'free' roof surveys, then telling householders that their current insulation is dangerous and may be causing health issues Read recent cases➡️https://mailchi.mp/88f4353989e0/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-5-march#Recent1

If you can’t settle your complaint directly with a financial business and feel you’ve been treated unfairly, the Financial Ombudsman Service can help They’re here to give you a free, fair and final answer Learn more ➡️ https://www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk/free-fair-final #FreeFairFinal

Be #ScamAware of cold callers who offer to apply a special thermal coating to your roof and say it will reduce energy bills They may say their work will be partially funded by a government grant Recent examples➡️ https://mailchi.mp/88f4353989e0/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-5-march#Recent3

Several people have received packages they didn't order, which usually contain cheap, low-quality items If you receive an unsolicited parcel, don’t use the item and report it to the marketplace it was sent from Read more➡️ https://ow.ly/UlWs50Yr9qa

Each of our 22 #ScamShare Spotlights highlights a common scam and includes info on how to recognise and avoid them 👇 The A4 leaflets can be viewed online or printed off and shared with those not online https://www.tsscot.co.uk/scamshare/

Money worries can impact your mental health, studies & confidence — but you’re not alone The Students’ Good Guide to Credit helps you understand credit, avoid risks, and find support when things feel overwhelming Find it here: stopillegallending.co.uk/students-good-guide-to-credit/ #nsmw26

There's been a recent increase in reports of cold callers offering 'free' roof surveys, then telling householders that their current insulation is dangerous and may be causing health issues Read recent cases➡️https://mailchi.mp/88f4353989e0/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-5-march#Recent1

In this week's #ScamShare bulletin: 🗨️Insulation Safety: Misleading Information 🗨️'Brushing' Scams 🗨️Maintenance and Repair Scams 🗨️How to Settle Unresolved Financial Disputes 🗨️Students' Good Guide to Credit 🗨️National Student Money Week #nsmw26 Please read & share➡️https://ow.ly/SWiM50YpePT

Do you think you have experienced misleading sales tactics? Find more information about what to do if you are entitled to receive a refund or discount ➡️ https://ow.ly/RIpE50YoYcJ #ConfidentConsumer

Has a trader told you they can offer a special price on a product, when it was never on sale at full price? This could be an example of misleading selling and you could have the right to obtain a refund ➡️https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland/consumer/changed-your-mind/ #ConfidentConsumer

If you believe a trader has provided misleading info about a product or service to get you to make a purchase or sign a contract, you may have the right to cancel the contract or obtain a discount on the price agreed Find out more➡️https://consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-centre #ConfidentConsumer

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has examples of remote access scams, where a cold caller says there's an issue with your device Never allow a cold caller to access any device remotely ➡️https://mailchi.mp/70620be94093/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-26-february#Recent2

Be #ScamAware of postcards which appear to have been sent by Amazon and mention an Early Reviewer Program The cards include a QR code- this leads to a malicious website designed to gather your details Read more➡️https://mailchi.mp/70620be94093/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-26-february#Recent3

The Students' Good Guide to Credit is here!🎉 Struggling with credit, borrowing, or budgeting? The guide helps you understand your options and stay safe from high cost and illegal lenders Download now➡️https://stopillegallending.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Students-Good-Guide-To-Credit-2026.pdf

The accessibility tool on our website includes: ✔️Text to Speech software ✔️Font & colour customisation ✔️Reading accessibility tools ✔️Translation into over 130 languages Just click the circular ReciteMe icon to get started! ➡️https://www.tsscot.co.uk/

The Cyber and Fraud Hub has a very useful Guide to Avoiding Fraud and Scams for Older People👇 It provides insights into common scams, red flags to watch out for & steps to take in case of suspected fraud https://cyberfraudhub.org/resource-database/a-guide-to-avoidingfraud-and-scams-forolder-people

Our weekly #ScamShare bulletin includes information and advice about the latest email, doorstep, phone and cyber scams affecting Scottish consumers Sign up to receive the bulletin and view previous editions at https://www.tsscot.co.uk/bulletin/

Ask Silver is a free AI-powered scam checking tool accessible via WhatsApp, designed to protect users from scams You can upload a screenshot of suspicious texts, emails, or websites and get a breakdown of red flags and suggestions on staying safe More➡️ https://www.ask-silver.com/

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has examples of scams where a cold caller claims to work for a tech company and says there's an issue with your device Never allow a cold caller to access any device remotely ➡️https://mailchi.mp/70620be94093/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-26-february#Recent2

New clothes/shoes you bought don’t match the online ad? You may have legal rights if the item is: 🧵Damaged/broken 🚫Unusable & not fit for purpose 📸Not what was advertised Find out more about staying #ShopAware⤵️ https://mailchi.mp/70620be94093/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-26-february#Recent1

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has info about some of the most common email scams for #CyberScotlandWeek: 📦Deliveries 💳Banking ❓Survey/Prize draws 🎁Gift cards 📺TV Licensing 💻Cloud Storage Read more➡️https://mailchi.mp/70620be94093/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-26-february#Recent4

📦Waiting on a parcel? It’s the seller’s legal responsibility to make sure your order reaches you If it’s missing, ask for a redelivery or check if you can get a refund ⤵️ https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/somethings-gone-wrong-with-a-purchase/if-something-you-ordered-hasnt-been-delivered/

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has a focus on cyber scams for #CyberScotlandWeek: 🗨️Be #ShopAware 🗨️Remote Access Scams 🗨️Amazon QR Code Scams 🗨️Common Email Scams 🗨️Avoiding Scams For Older People 🗨️AskSilver Scam Checker ➡️https://mailchi.mp/70620be94093/trading-standards-scotland-bulletin-26-february

Don’t get stuck with a broken zip or shoes that don’t fit. ✅ Understanding your consumer rights when shopping online is the best way to protect your money and new purchases. Find free online advice on the Citizens Advice website ⤵️ https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/

During #CyberScotlandWeek 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

Don’t feel stuck with an outfit you no longer want When you buy an outfit online you usually have a 14-day cooling-off period to change your mind & get a refund Check your rights⤵️#ShopAware https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/changed-your-mind/changing-your-mind-about-something-youve-bought

New clothes and shoes you bought don’t match the online advert? You may have legal rights if the item is: 🧵 Damaged or broken 🚫 Unusable and not fit for purpose 📸 Not what was advertised Find out if you’re entitled to a repair, replacement or refund. Be #ShopAware online ⤵️ https://bit.ly/49GC9yq#ShopAware

This is the start of CyberScotland Week! There's a huge variety of events taking place across the country and online to help you stay safe online and avoid scams/fraud Find out more👇 https://www.cyberscotland.com/cyberscotlandweek/

🚨 Spot the signs of fake online shops before buying. Dropshipping shops can charge you high prices for low-quality clothing items by using AI photos which don’t match the real product. Check if it’s a scam ⤵️ https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/scams/check-if-something-might-be-a-scam/