Illegal tobacco is funding crime. Local sellers of illegal tobacco are the end of a criminal chain including drug dealing, money laundering & people trafficking. Don’t fund criminals – report it to Trading Standards in confidence on 01224 522433. More 👉 orlo.uk/nw2oQ

Illegal tobacco was found stashed in a secret drawer under a shop counter by a sniffer dog in an operation led by our trading standards team. The haul was found after Boo, the lab cross wire haired pointer, indicated there was tobacco. More info 👉 orlo.uk/cxNGr

Meet Boo, a sniffer dog, who locates illegal tobacco for trading standard operations. Her handler asks her to 'go find' & then 'show me' - she gets a ball as a reward! She found tobacco in a secret drawer in a shop in Aberdeen & you can find out more at orlo.uk/FEgzV

You're not too smart to fall victim to a scam. It can happen to anyone. #ScamAware citizensadvice.org.uk/sa22/

Be #ScamAware of unexpected emails/texts about the energy bill rebate. The money will be applied directly to your energy account - you don’t need to apply and any messages asking you to do so are likely to be scams. Find trusted info: gov.uk/government/pub… #CostOfLivingScams

Scammers are cold calling people who are trying to save money and offering ‘special deals’ on new phone contracts. They ask for personal and bank details so that they can run a credit check before confirming the deal. Never give any details to a cold caller. #CostOfLivingScams

Some of the most commonly reported scams are related to deliveries. They may say: • You need to pay an extra delivery fee • You need to rearrange a delivery Legitimate delivery companies will not contact you unexpectedly to ask for payments. #CostOfLivingScams

Police Officers and Trading Standards Officers from Aberdeen City Council promoting the #CostOfLivingCrisis campaign. Highlighting Illicit Trade and Counterfit goods offering advise on how to safely purchase items Aberdeen City Council Trading Standards Aberdeen Airport ✈️

Communities are being encouraged to start getting into the festive spirit and apply to the Community Festive Fund, established to encourage organisations and groups to come together within their own communities during the festive period. Find out more: orlo.uk/qx07S

"Halloween 2022 – Avoiding a Safety Horror Story this Halloween" With only a week to go before #Halloween2022, it's important to be aware of the safety risks that can come with bargain costumes and counterfeit cosmetics. Is that bargain really worth it? consumeradvice.scot/halloween-2022…

'F' in consumeradvice.scot's rule of I.M.S.A.F.E. is for 'Face Paints / Makeup' - It's important to ensure makeup is non-toxic. Check ingredients and avoid counterfeit products! Need more info? Visit: consumeradvice.scot/halloween-2022… #Halloween2022

Batteries in small electrical items hidden in rubbish cause hundreds of fires in the UK every year. The Take Charge campaign aims to help you to dispose of dead batteries properly. To find out more visit: orlo.uk/jKU0y #TakeCharge #ZombieBatteries

Did you know that scam mail is mainly targeted at those over 65? If you have family, friends or work with people 65+, chat with them about scams and take a look together at some examples on the Friends Against Scams website friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #SCAMnesty FriendsAgainstScams

Baby self-feeding pillows, intended for babies to bottle feed without assistance, are dangerous and should not be used. These products present a risk of serious harm or death. Stop using immediately and dispose of the product safely. More information at: shorturl.at/dmTUX

📨Criminals will make scam mail personal and address you by name to make it feel as if you’ve been specially selected to receive the mailing. Head over to the FriendsAgainstScams website for information friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #SCAMnesty #ScamAware

💬 Use this Winter break to have a talk with your family about scam mail. Criminals will use any opportunity to steal money. If you think a letter that's been received could be a scam, send it to our team to investigate for #SCAMnesty 👉🏽 friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scamnesty #ScamAware

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Close the door on uninvited callers. Don’t feel obliged to answer the door to a cold caller - it is your home and you should not let anyone in unless you feel comfortable. #ShutOutScammers

Trusted Trader Aberdeen North East Roofing & Slating Services completed their Trading Standards vetted process just before Christmas and are now an Aberdeen Trusted Trader 👷‍♂️ trustedtrader.scot/Aberdeen/Aberd… #Aberdeen #TrustedTrader Aberdeen City Council Trading Standards

Trading Standards officers seized 225 packs of illegal cigarettes, 30 packs of counterfeit hand rolling tobacco & 29 illegal vapes from 2 shops – including goods stashed in 2 secret cupboards. Two specially-trained dogs Boo & Rosie helped. More info 👉 orlo.uk/vRDL1