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CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL TOBACCO 🚫📦
Illegal tobacco sales is not a victimless crime—it hurts legitimate local businesses, funds criminal networks, & bypasses vital safety standards.
See something? Say something. Report it orlo.uk/N7UaI
#TradingStandards #IllicitTobacco
Week 3 Tyre safety Month - tyre pressure checks
Staying safe on the road means your car needs to have the correct tyre pressure.
If your tyres are under or over inflated then handling & grip is reduced, potentially causing unpredictable vehicle behaviour
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Work with vulnerable people? Learn how to help them stay safe from fraud and scams. 🤝
Download the Friends Against Scams app to access practical training and resources designed to prevent scams and support those at risk.
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#friendsagainstscams #scamaware
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Criminals are constantly changing their tactics.
Download the Friends Against Scams app to get trusted scam alerts from Which? and stay up to date with the latest fraud and scam trends.
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#friendsagainstscams #scamaware #tradingstandards
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Be doorstep aware!
• Lock: Keep your doors locked.
• Stop: Do not open the door right away. Look through a window or peephole to see who it is.
• Chain: Put the chain or bar on before opening.
• Check ID: Call the company using a number from your bill
Its OK to say NO!
CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL TOBACCO 🚫📦
Illegal tobacco sales is not a victimless crime—it hurts legitimate local businesses, funds criminal networks, & bypasses vital safety standards.
See something? Say something. Report it orlo.uk/0gcIG
#TradingStandards #IllicitTobacco
Criminals spend hours researching you & will use any information they find in their scams.
Stop & Think – don’t click that link 🚫
Visit trusted sited by going old-school & typing web addresses directly into your browser. Checking it’s legit can help you keep your details safe.
In week 2 of Tyre Safety Month learn how to check the condition of your tyres.
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If the tyre has lumps or bulges it must be examined by a tyre specialist since these could indicate internal damage.
#tyresafety #tradingstandards
CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL TOBACCO 🚫📦
Acting on intelligence our officers support by Cheshire Police recently carried out a targeted operation seizing a quantity of illicit tobacco and cigarettes.
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#tradingstandards #opmachinize
Courier scams are when criminals pretend to be from trusted organisations & send a courier to collect your money, cards, or PIN.
Received an unexpected phone call from someone claiming to be your bank, hang up & Take Five.
Learn how to protect yourself: orlo.uk/4Iwha
October is Tyre Safety Month
Tyre treads help to
- Keep your tyres gripping the road, even in wet or slippery conditions
- Channel water away to reduce the risk of aquaplaning
- brake, steer, and accelerate safely
Check today, watch this easy guide orlo.uk/tDmG2
You may think you’re helping a police or bank investigation by handing over your bank card. But this is a scam. ⚠️
They will never send a courier to collect your card, PIN, cash or valuables.
Learn how to protect yourself: orlo.uk/wVusk
#TakeFive #CourierScam
Want to help young people learn how to spots scams and protect themselves from becoming a victim?
Sign up for free resources with Young Friends Against Scams delivered by Trading Standards.
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#scamawareness #tradingstandards #stopscams
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If you're reheating food that's already been cooked, it's important to reheat food until it's steaming hot throughout, to kill harmful bacteria.
Lukewarm leftover could cause illnesses like food poisoning.
#BacteriaLoveItHere #FoodSafety
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ALT Bacteria love lukewarm leftover so heat until steaming hot
A use-by date is a measure of safety.
Never eat food after the use-by date even if it looks and smells ok – you can’t see, smell or taste the bacteria that cause food poisoning.
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#BacteriaLoveItHere #KitchenHygiene #FoodSafety
ALT Bacteria love out of date food
Have you seen a deal online that looks too good to be true? 🤔
Purchase scams are when a criminal creates fake adverts online to encourage you to buy goods that don’t actually exist.
Always stop and think. Research the seller before you part with your money and information.
Think you’ve been targeted by a scam? Don’t guess when you can check. 🔍
Download the Friends Against Scams app and use Ask Silver for a fast, reliable answer. Scan suspicious websites, texts, emails, or letters in seconds.
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#friendsagainstscams #scamaware
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Is it a bargain… or fraud? 👀
Sometimes, online adverts for goods and services can be part of a purchase scam.
Always #TakeFive to consider whether an online link or website is reliable before buying goods online 💸
#StopChallengeProtect #PurchaseScam
“Hi Mum… Hi Dad…” 📱
Criminals impersonate family members to trick you into parting with your money by gaining your trust & creating a sense of panic.
#TakeFive always speak to the person directly before transferring any money.
#StopChallengeProtect
Don't use dirty & old sponges, cloths or tea towels in your kitchen.
These items can harbour and spread bacteria.
Wash your tea towels often, chuck out your old sponge and dry between uses.
#BacteriaLoveItHere #FoodSafety
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ALT Bacteria love your old sponge - throw it out
ALT Wash kitchen tea towels regularly