Warning as rise in households targeted in energy scams

Once consumers have parted with their cash its almost impossible to get it back

Scottish households are being increasingly targeted by cold callers and rogue traders touting bogus home energy efficiency schemes.

That’s the warning from Trading Standards Scotland who are launching a new campaign to prevent people falling prey to scammers.

Many claim to have access to grants or funding for products such as insulation, boilers and heating systems.

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