Scam advice
You can be scammed through many different mediums, like the post, on the phone, via text message or from someone on your doorstep.
Scammers have become more sophisticated in their bid to con people. From email scams, copycat websites and nuisance calls to tax rebate scams.
Don't become a scam victim. The following resources will teach you about scams of all types:
- Citizens Advice Scotland - offer advice on scams.
- Think Jessica - Protecting elderly & vulnerable people from scams which come through the postal system and criminals who contact them by telephone.
- Which.co.uk - also offer guidance on the subject.
- Staying Safe from Scams - offers further advice.
If you have been scammed, report it:
- Trading Standards via Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000
- Police Scotland on 101
- Action Fraud if you believe the scam originated in England or Wales.
Scams against businesses
