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Warrington Trading Standards

@WTStds

All complaints - freephone 0808 223 1133 Citizens Advice. Protecting consumers, supporting honest businesses, tackling rogues. Not monitored 24/7

 Warrington, UK
warrington.gov.uk/tradingstandards
Joined December 2012
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Warrington Borough Council@WarringtonBC30 Oct 2024
⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ We've been informed of 2 text message scams circulating. One relates to “cost of living payments,” and another to a “UK Home Office notification.” if you receive a message like these do not click the link as it’s a scam.
⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ We've been informed of 2 text message scams circulating. One relates to “cost of living payments,” and another to a “UK Home Office notification.” if you receive a message like these do not click the link as it’s a scam.

ALT ⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ We've been informed of 2 text message scams circulating. One relates to “cost of living payments,” and another to a “UK Home Office notification.” if you receive a message like these do not click the link as it’s a scam.

⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ We've been informed of 2 text message scams circulating. One relates to “cost of living payments,” and another to a “UK Home Office notification.” if you receive a message like these do not click the link as it’s a scam.

ALT ⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ We've been informed of 2 text message scams circulating. One relates to “cost of living payments,” and another to a “UK Home Office notification.” if you receive a message like these do not click the link as it’s a scam.

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Warrington Borough Council@WarringtonBC29 Sep 2023
Just in time for this year’s Sober October @ChampsPHC have launched the free 'Lower My Drinking' app. If you need help cutting back on the amount of alcohol you drink download the free app. For more information ➡️ orlo.uk/CU8gq #LowerMyDrinking
Want help to cut down your drinking? Download the Free Lower My drinking app.

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Suffolk Trading Standards
@SuffolkTS14 Sep 2023
Our Imports Surveillance team have detained a consignment of 700 UNSAFE pet hair dryers at the Port of Felixstowe. The product failed to meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, posing an electrical shock and fire hazard. THREAD 🧵
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Stop Loan Sharks England
@SLSEngland21 Aug 2023
There are lots of options out there for help on back to school costs. Try your local credit union or council to see how they can help. Visit the link for more information - gov.uk/school-uniform #SLSEngland #BacktoSchool #StopLoanSharksEngland
Do you know what help you can get with school uniform costs? @StopLoanSharksEngland @SLSEngland

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Suffolk Trading Standards
@SuffolkTS14 Aug 2023
Don't let anyone take your waste until they have proven themselves to be legitimate. Follow the S.C.R.A.P. code to prevent your waste ending up fly tipped. Together, let's #SCRAPflytipping. Check waste carriers licenses through @suffolkrecycle website: suffolkrecycling.org.uk/fly-…
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@SuffolkTS10 Aug 2023
🛡️ Scammed over the phone? 😔 Here's what to do: 1️⃣ Contact your bank to secure your account 2️⃣ Report the scam to @actionfrauduk 3️⃣ Keep your information safe 4️⃣ Apply for a free call blocker from @AgainstScams – only 4 days to go! #CallBlockers #ScamAware
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@SuffolkTS22 Jul 2023
Please share across the farming community. Wayne Parker continued to defraud while on trial, and intelligence suggests that he is defrauding farm businesses while on the run. He has been working across Wales. He has links to #Suffolk #Norfolk #Cambridgeshire #Surrey
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@SuffolkTS20 Jul 2023
Wayne PARKER is wanted for failing to appear in court for sentencing, after being found guilty of fraudulent trading. An arrest warrant was issued when he failed to appear in Court in February 2023. THREAD 🧵
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Journal of Trading Standards@jts_editorial6 Jul 2023
This free online guide informs you how to treat residents and their representatives fairly to comply with your obligations under consumer law and ensure that your contract terms are fair. #businesscompanion #care #carehomes #fairtrading #consumer businesscompanion.info/focus…
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Suffolk Trading Standards
@SuffolkTS4 May 2023
Become a force to be reckoned with and create a strong password for your email. Weak passwords are the path to the dark side. 👉 @NCSC suggests three random words to create a secure password. #StarWarsDay #PasswordDay
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Warrington Borough Council@WarringtonBC3 May 2023
☀️With summer just around the corner it's the perfect time to subscribe to our garden waste collection service 🌳 We collect grass, flowers, plants, leaves, clippings, cuttings, weeds and other garden waste. 👉 More info here: orlo.uk/3yE5s
☀️With summer just around the corner it's the perfect time to subscribe to our garden waste collection service 🌳 We collect grass, flowers, plants, leaves, clippings, cuttings, weeds and other garden waste. 👉 More info here: https://www.warrington.gov.uk/gardenwaste

ALT ☀️With summer just around the corner it's the perfect time to subscribe to our garden waste collection service 🌳 We collect grass, flowers, plants, leaves, clippings, cuttings, weeds and other garden waste. 👉 More info here: https://www.warrington.gov.uk/gardenwaste

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Journal of Trading Standards@jts_editorial6 Mar 2023
A rogue #builder has been given a custodial sentence following an investigation by Warrington #TradingStandards. journaloftradingstandards.co…
Builder jailed for money laundering | Journal Of Trading Standards

Builder jailed for money laundering | Journal Of Trading Standards

A prosecution brought by Warrington Borough Council Trading Standards has resulted in a prison sentence for a rogue builder who committed money laundering offences. Mark Wayne Elliott (56) of Prescot...

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Warrington Guardian@warringtonnews22 Feb 2023
This is low of the low 😡 warringtonguardian.co.uk/new…
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Unify Credit Union@UnifyCU9 Jan 2023
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@WTStds @TheGatewayWarr @WarringtonBC @WarringtonMayor @WarringtonRLFC unifycu.org for more information about our services or come along on 13th at 10am to find out more!
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Unify Credit Union@UnifyCU9 Jan 2023
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@WTStds @TheGatewayWarr @WarringtonBC @WarringtonMayor call in and find out more or visit our website unifycu.org savings, loans and much more #yourebetteroffwithus
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ALL baby self-feeding products, for babies to bottle-feed without assistance, are dangerous and should not be used. They present a risk of serious harm or death - stop using immediately and dispose of them safely. See: shorturl.at/tIKVX #productrecall #ukrecallsandalerts
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Take Five
@TakeFive18 Nov 2022
It’s Black Friday next week! Remember that although it’s a good time to find a bargain, criminals see it as an opportunity to commit fraud. Remember to follow the #TakeFive advice so you can shop safely when looking for deals. #TakeFive
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CE Trading Standards@CEC_TS2 Nov 2022
If a Trading Standards Officer is attending your home for a scams visit, here's what they won't do 👇 #ScamAware
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Chris@chrisDM9876 Nov 2022
Only one week left - I've had good enquiries so far - don't miss out on a great opportunity to shape #intellectualpropertyenforcement in the North West @CEC_TS @WTStds @cumbriats @The_IPO
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@NWROCU6 Nov 2022
🚨 Just a week left to apply for the IPO Coordinator Role!🚨 Are you ready for a new challenge? There is still time! Check our website to apply!👇 orlo.uk/pYH0Y
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APHA
@APHAgovuk31 Oct 2022
Housing measures to protect poultry & captive birds from #AvianInfluenza are being extended & will be in force across England from 00:01 07 Nov 2022. This means that from this time you must house your birds and practice strict biosecurity. gov.uk/government/news/avian… @NFU_Poultry
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Warrington Borough Council@WarringtonBC8 Sep 2022
Following the sad death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, we join with people across the world as we mourn her loss. The flag at Warrington Town Hall is being flown at half-mast as a mark of respect. Read our statement from the @WarringtonMayor orlo.uk/H8kwA
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