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Warning over fake Christmas fair scam targeting Ipswich traders
Small businesses in Ipswich are being warned about fake Christmas craft fair advertisements appearing on Facebook community groups, designed to scam traders out of pitch fees.
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Illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Ipswich and Stowmarket raids
Trading Standards officers have seized more than 1,200 packets of tobacco and 270 vapes in raids on two shops in Ipswich and Stowmarket. A specially trained sniffer dog helped uncover the illegal goods.
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Trading Standards warns of WhatsApp scam targeting Ipswich parents
Suffolk Trading Standards is alerting residents about criminals using WhatsApp to impersonate children and ask parents for money. The scammers typically claim they're using a new phone number after losing or damaging their device.
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What you need to know about disposing of Halloween pumpkins
As residents prepare their Halloween decorations, Trading Standards officials have released guidance on the safe and legal disposal of carved pumpkins to protect livestock from disease.
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Hundreds of unsafe Halloween decorations seized at Felixstowe port
Trading Standards officers have seized more than 460 dangerous Halloween inflatables at the Port of Felixstowe. The electronic decorations, which were destined for sale on Amazon, lacked essential safety markings and warnings.
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How to spot fake council workers after attempted Stowmarket solar panel scam
Residents are being warned to be vigilant when answering their door to people claiming to be council workers after a scammer attempted to defraud a Stowmarket resident out of £200 for fake solar panel repairs.
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Suffolk emergency services launch Halloween and Bonfire Night safety campaign
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service and Trading Standards have joined forces to promote safety during upcoming Halloween and Bonfire Night celebrations, encouraging residents to attend organised displays rather than host private fireworks events.
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How to spot and report fake household support scam targeting Ipswich
Ipswich residents are being warned about fraudsters sending scam text messages that promise £900 from the Household Support Fund in exchange for bank details.
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Residents warned of living allowance text scam
Multiple residents have reported receiving fraudulent text messages claiming to offer a "living allowance" from the UK Government. Local authorities are urging caution as these messages are part of a scam.
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Parents warned as unsafe inflatable children's costumes seized in Suffolk
Suffolk Trading Standards has confiscated 425 dangerous inflatable costumes for children due to a high risk of asphyxiation. The products, imported from China, failed to meet UK safety regulations.
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Warning issued over fake Universal Credit app scam in Ipswich
Suffolk Trading Standards has alerted residents to a fraudulent Universal Credit app circulating in the area.
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Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service honours local heroes at annual awards
Firefighters, staff, and volunteers celebrated for their service and bravery at Trinity Park Showground ceremony.