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Get Scamwise with Bristol

 

Introduction

How to be Scamwise with Bristol Trading Standards

It's easy to fall for a scam.  Sometimes you don't even realise the money has gone until it's too late.  Bristol Trading Standards Service know of many people who've lost money - sometimes thousands of pounds because they were tricked into paying but got nothing in return.  Most scams are fraud and those behind them are criminals!

 
 

Being Scamwise in the South West

That's why the fifteen Trading Standards authorities in the South West are running a 'Scam Wise' campaign.  People need to know how to recognise a scam and how to protect themselves.  We're  sending out general advice leaflets and 'No Doorstep Callers' stickers. 
 

 
 

Get Scamwise leaflets from us or Online

To get your copy of the Scam Wise leaflet or window sticker -
Phone Consumer Direct South West on 08454 04 05 06
Collect from Bristol City Council Customer Service Points or from Trading Standards at Brunel House (behind the Council House)
or click on the list below

If you want more detailed information and advice about Telephone, Mailing, Internet or Doorstep scams click on the link below.

 
 

Contacting Trading Standards In Bristol

If you are a consumer and you have a scamwise problem, or any other consumer problem you can

Contact Bristol Trading Standards Here

 

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