Scams and rogue traders

Scams are fraudulent or dishonest schemes. There are many different types of scams and new ones regularly appear trying to catch people out.

Scams and fraud

Trading standards guidance for the types of scams to be aware of.

Trading standards advice and guidance for dealing with scams and fraud.

Friends Against Scams is a Trading Standards training campaign for fighting against scams.

Trading Standards advice for avoiding rogue traders.

Trading Standards advice for finding a reputable builder or trader.