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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 23

Travelling abroad? Watch out for your card! Criminals may try to steal the information from your card to get your money. Always keep it protected when out and about and make sure no one is looking over your shoulder when you enter your PIN. #CardFraud #TakeFive

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 25

✉ Every year, Friends @AgainstScams runs a #SCAMnesty campaign. They have a Freepost mailbox where you can send any scam mail you’ve received free of charge to help with their investigations! ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware

HCC_TS's tweet image. ✉ Every year, Friends @AgainstScams runs a #SCAMnesty campaign. They have a Freepost mailbox where you can send any scam mail you’ve received free of charge to help with their investigations! ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty
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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 24

Product Recall for Anker Power Banks A1681, A1689 and A1647. The product presents a medium risk of fire as the lithium-ion batteries can overheat whilst in use. This can lead to localised smoking, melting and/or a risk of fire. anker.com/uk/rc2506

HCC_TS's tweet image. Product Recall for Anker Power Banks A1681, A1689 and A1647. The product presents a medium risk of fire as the lithium-ion batteries can overheat whilst in use. This can lead to localised smoking, melting and/or a risk of fire.

anker.com/uk/rc2506

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 24

✉ Criminals will make scam mail personal and address you by name to make it feel as if you’ve been specially selected to receive the mailing. Head over to the @AgainstScams website for information friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #SCAMnesty #ScamAware

HCC_TS's tweet image. ✉ Criminals will make scam mail personal and address you by name to make it feel as if you’ve been specially selected to receive the mailing. Head over to the @AgainstScams website for information friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty

#SCAMnesty #ScamAware

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 23

Waitrose and Partners is recalling Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 because some packs have been mispacked with spring rolls, which contain sesame and soya. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame and/or soya food.gov.uk/news-alerts/al…

HCC_TS's tweet image. Waitrose and Partners is recalling Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 because some packs have been mispacked with spring rolls, which contain sesame and soya. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame and/or soya food.gov.uk/news-alerts/al…

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 23

Product Recall: George Home Bench Pad (All Colours Affected). The product may not comply with the fire & furnishing regulations and may therefore present a risk of fire. corporate.asda.com/product-recalls

HCC_TS's tweet image. Product Recall: George Home Bench Pad (All Colours Affected). The product may not comply with the fire &amp; furnishing regulations and may therefore present a risk of fire.

corporate.asda.com/product-recalls

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 23

❓ Did you know that scam mail is mainly targeted at those over 65? If you have family, friends or work with people 65+, chat with them about scams and take a look together at some examples on the Friends Against Scams website ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #SCAMnesty #ScamAware

HCC_TS's tweet image. ❓ Did you know that scam mail is mainly targeted at those over 65?

If you have family, friends or work with people 65+, chat with them about scams and take a look together at some examples on the Friends Against Scams website ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty

#SCAMnesty #ScamAware

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 22

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Have a chat with your friends and family about any unsolicited post they might receive; does any of it seem like it could be a scam? Send it to @AgainstScams to investigate for #SCAMnesty friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware

HCC_TS's tweet image. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Have a chat with your friends and family about any unsolicited post they might receive; does any of it seem like it could be a scam? Send it to @AgainstScams to investigate for #SCAMnesty
friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 21

🧴Thinking of buying or using cosmetics in the UK? Know what to look for — from ingredients to responsible sellers. 📖 Read the official guidance: gov.uk/guidance/consu… #ConsumerSafety #Cosmetics #TradingStandards

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 21

✉ Have you received post telling you you’ve won a lottery you didn’t sign up for? This is a sign of a lottery scam. Take a stand against scams and send your scam mail to the @AgainstScams team! Find out more here friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware #SCAMnesty

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 18

Scam mail is mostly targeted at those 65+. Chat with people around you about scams and look out for: ➡️ lottery or prize draw scams ➡️ psychic scams ➡️ health cure scams ➡️ investment scams Send anything suspicious to @AgainstScams ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware

HCC_TS's tweet image. Scam mail is mostly targeted at those 65+. Chat with people around you about scams and look out for:
➡️ lottery or prize draw scams
➡️ psychic scams
➡️ health cure scams
➡️ investment scams
Send anything suspicious to @AgainstScams ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty

#ScamAware

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 18

🚨Counterfeit Labubu dolls are being sold in local shops — they may look cute but could harm children. 😟 🧸 Before buying, check for: ✅ CE / UKCA mark, UK supplier info and safety warnings 📢 Report to @CitizensAdvice on 0808 223 1133

HCC_TS's tweet image. 🚨Counterfeit Labubu dolls are being sold in local shops — they may look cute but could harm children. 😟

🧸 Before buying, check for:
✅ CE / UKCA mark, UK supplier info and safety warnings

📢 Report to @CitizensAdvice on 0808 223 1133

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 17

✉ Every year, Friends @AgainstScams runs a #SCAMnesty campaign. They have a Freepost mailbox where you can send any scam mail you’ve received free of charge to help with their investigations! ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 16

✉ Criminals will make scam mail personal and address you by name to make it feel as if you’ve been specially selected to receive the mailing. Head over to the @AgainstScams website for information friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #SCAMnesty #ScamAware

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 15

❓ Did you know that scam mail is mainly targeted at those over 65? If you have family, friends or work with people 65+, chat with them about scams and take a look together at some examples on the Friends Against Scams website ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #SCAMnesty #ScamAware

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 11

✉ Have you received post telling you you’ve won a lottery you didn’t sign up for? This is a sign of a lottery scam. Take a stand against scams and send your scam mail to the @AgainstScams team! Find out more here friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware #SCAMnesty

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 10

Scam mail is mostly targeted at those 65+. Chat with people around you about scams and look out for: ➡️ lottery or prize draw scams ➡️ psychic scams ➡️ health cure scams ➡️ investment scams Send anything suspicious to @AgainstScams ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware

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Hertfordshire Trading Standards@HCC_TS · Jul 9

✉ Every year, Friends @AgainstScams runs a #SCAMnesty campaign. They have a Freepost mailbox where you can send any scam mail you’ve received free of charge to help with their investigations! ➡️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware

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