Shoppers are being warned over online scammers as the festive season approaches. Year upon year there have been an increase in online shopping scams reported across the UK. How to identify and avoid scams when shopping online Use safe and reputable websites: Stick to well-known and trusted e-commerce platforms. You should always look for secure
Wolverhampton has been identified as the best place to start a renovation project in the UK., claims a new survey. Using data sourced from GOV.UK, Rightmove, and Checkatrade, this study identifies the best regions in the UK for initiating a renovation project. The analysis commissioned by flooring company Mr Sander, was based on four key
Motorists have been urged to be on their guard against unscrupulous thieves when de-icing their windscreens and warming up their cars. ‘Frost jacking’ is usually an opportunist crime when thieves see an unattended unlocked car, typically with the keys in the ignition, as drivers wait elsewhere to thaw out frosted windows and warm up cars on
Navigation and getting lost are a leading cause of ‘carguments’ says a survey from the AA. Over a quarter of people surveyed (29%) also said they argued about how the car was being driven, making this the second most frequent topic. The top five causes of arguments in the car: 1. Directions and getting lost
Drivers are being warned to be on their guard about increase in car parking scams. The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) wanted to create more awareness of text messages telling consumers that they have an outstanding parking charge, and sometimes threaten that if they do not pay it in time, they will be banned from
When it comes to home insurance, it’s not just the big-ticket items that matter—numerous small and surprising details can also play a pivotal role in maintaining your coverage. Finance expert, Gary Hemming from ABC Finance reveals some often overlooked aspects that are as critical as they are unexpected. Type of Lock: A Small Detail with
A new survey from Acas has found that seven out of ten employees (70%) are not aware that the law is changing to make it easier to request flexible working at work. The YouGov poll was conducted in January this year and found that 43% of employers were also unaware of the law change. All
New research published by the Law Society reveals millions are still unable to access justice when they need it. In its response to the call for evidence for the Civil Legal Aid Review, the Law Society has called on the UK government to urgently increase the fees paid for civil legal aid work, which have
Drivers are being warned over ongoing social media scams, tricking victims into thinking they’re eligible for compensation. It comes after the aftermath of the ‘Dieselgate’ scandal that erupted in 2015, with many diesel vehicle owners in the UK finding themselves potentially eligible for compensation. It primarily revolved around car manufacturers installing ‘defeat devices’ that manipulated
Trading Standards experts are urging people to be on the lookout for common romance scams. The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is warning the public to avoid being left broken-hearted by scammers this Valentine’s Day, as new data shows a record rise in romance scams. According to Lloyd’s Bank, romance scams are at an all-time