Online Scams – Spot the Fraud, Avoid the Cost
We’ve all seen social media adverts popping up on our social feeds, offering double glazing discounts and budget boilers in our local …
Crypto Scammers: Avoiding the Investment Catfish
In recent years, phrases like “Bitcoin”, “Cryptocurrency”, and “Etherium” have entered into the conversation through our TVs, on social media channels, and …
Romance Scams: Avoiding the Catfish and Protecting Ourselves
Romance scams are a form of confidence trick where the scammer shows romantic intentions towards their target, gaining their affection, and using …
Flybe Enter Administration – Your Consumer Rights and Claiming a Refund
Airline Flybe has announced that they have entered administration. On the 28th of January 2023, the High Court appointed David Pike and …
The cost of energy has increased significantly, and with most of us facing hikes in bills, many are looking at ways of …
Staying Warm, Staying Safe, Staying Ahead – Energy23 Campaign
Advice Direct Scotland’s ‘Energy 23’ campaign runs from the 23rd to the 29th of January 2023, encouraging Scottish consumers to stay safe …
When you purchase goods from a trader, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 states that they should be of satisfactory quality. This means …
Festive Sales & Purchases: Returns & Refund Rights
With many products and services being more expensive than in previous years, it’s important to ensure that things we buy meet the …
Post-festive and new year sales can be a good time to pick up a bargain, both online and on the high street. …