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Trading Standards for Warrington Borough Council geographical area.

02/11/2026

What is purchase fraud? 🤔

This is when criminals convince you to purchase goods or services that don’t exist. They might post fake advertisements and promote cheap offers for a limited time.

before you buy. Stop and think before clicking on offers on social media or email. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.

Learn more at: www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/protect-yourself/purchase-fraud/.

01/11/2026

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.

https://orlo.uk/0UXUW

31/10/2026

Your fireworks might be in your garden, but their impact reaches further.
The choices you make before, during & after your display affect the people, animals & communities around you.
This firework season, think beyond your garden

25/10/2026

Take your time to find the right trader for your home improvements to avoid scammers posing as traders taking advantage.
Check places like TrustMark or Which? Trusted Trader to find a legit trader.

And if you think something isn’t right or are feeling pressured, get help from our consumer service to stay ⤵️
https://orlo.uk/mTSJ1

23/10/2026

🚨 Crackdown on Illicit To***co 🚨

Working hand-in-hand with our local police partners, Trading Standards officers have landed another major blow against the illegal trade in our town.

• The Haul: Nearly 15,000 illicit ci******es and 4.75kg of illegal hand-rolling to***co seized from local premises.

• The Impact: Taking dangerous, duty-evaded, and counterfeit products off our streets and protecting honest local businesses.

• How to Help: See or hear something suspicious? You can report illegal to***co sales anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via the Citizens Advice Consumer Service.

22/10/2026

Don't feel embarrassed about reporting a scam – scammers are clever and scams can happen to anyone.

Being affected by a scam doesn’t just have a financial impact, it can impact you emotionally too.

Reporting a scam could help track and stop a scammer, and reaching out to talk to someone about what you’re going through and how you’re feeling can help 💙 ⤵️
Link for Facebook: https://orlo.uk/bpUs9
Link for LinkedIn: https://orlo.uk/u603P

22/10/2026

As the job-hunting season begins, it is important to protect yourself from fake opportunities.

Keep your guard up and make sure you spot the red flags:
• Vague job offers
• Big pay, little effort
• ‘Trial tasks’ with a fee
• Pressure to act fast

Stay safe:
• Use trusted platforms
• Research companies
• Never pay to apply

21/10/2026

Received a message about a job offer? Stop and Think.

Scammers can impersonate recruiters and HR teams to steal personal and financial information.

Make sure you watch out for:
• Recruiters who say they’ve reviewed your CV even though you never sent it
• Pressure to act fast or pay to secure a role
• Vague coaching or CV services with no credentials

You should never have to pay an upfront fee to apply for or secure a job.

20/10/2026

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.
https://orlo.uk/scVLS

19/10/2026

CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL TO***CO 🚫📦

Illegal to***co sales is not a victimless crime—it hurts legitimate local businesses, funds criminal networks, & bypasses vital safety standards.
See something? Say something. Report it https://orlo.uk/nZYJd
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Address

1 Time Square
Warrington
WA11UH

Telephone

+448082231133

Website

https://www.warrington.gov.uk/tradingstandards, https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/, https://www.citizensadvice.

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