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‘Forceful’ rogue traders to be tackled in countywide police operation

Bogus traders and pushy door sellers are being targeted in a week of action starting today, Monday 28th September. In … Continue reading ‘Forceful’ rogue traders to be tackled in countywide police operation

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Warning issued on dangerous high-strength 95% alcohol

One of the many labels under which Spirytus Rektyfikowany is sold Trading standards officers in Lancashire are warning people not … Continue reading Warning issued on dangerous high-strength 95% alcohol

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Scam post victims: Hundreds of pounds returned by Trading Standards crackdown

More than 50 people in Lancashire have received money back thanks to a new crackdown on ‘prize draw’ postal scams. … Continue reading Scam post victims: Hundreds of pounds returned by Trading Standards crackdown

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Police issue cold callers warning following bad weather

Police and Trading Standards are warning residents in areas of the county affected by the recent high winds to be … Continue reading Police issue cold callers warning following bad weather

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Latest news on Lancashire scams is just a click away

Hundreds of people are getting up-to-the-minute advice about the latest scams and fake products from Lancashire County Council Trading Standards … Continue reading Latest news on Lancashire scams is just a click away

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Lancashire residents wise-up to scams

Lancashire residents have saved themselves over £400,000 by handing in mail attempting to rip them off during this year’s Scamnesty … Continue reading Lancashire residents wise-up to scams

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Warning not to give money to fraudsters as ‘assassin’ email circulates Lancashire

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Lancaster off-licences and bars reprimanded for teen alcohol sales

Staff in several Lancaster and Morecambe off-licences and bars have been issued with fines after failing to make ID checks … Continue reading Lancaster off-licences and bars reprimanded for teen alcohol sales

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Electronic Money Voucher "cold call" scam hits Lancashire

Residents who purchase electronic money vouchers are being warned about cold caller fraudsters intent on taking their cash. Lancashire Constabulary … Continue reading Electronic Money Voucher "cold call" scam hits Lancashire

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Teenage test purchase volunteers needed to crack down on underage sales

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