February is the Office of Fair Trading’s 'Scam Awareness Month'. Trading Standards are encouraging the public to report any scams that they have received by post, email, phone or fax to Consumer Direct on 08454 040506.
Postal scams can also be deposited in our ‘Scamnesty’ bin by the check outs at Morrisons, Barrow.
To avoid being scammed:
• Never be rushed into replying to an exciting or urgent offer, always speak to a friend or relative before sending money
• Never send money to anyone who says you've won the lottery or a big prize
• Never give your bank account details or other information to people you don't know
If you have any further concerns please ring Consumer Direct on 08454 040506.
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