Trading Standards Scotland (TSS) has urged vigilance amid a surge in doorstep scams, mis-sold services, and botched household repairs. The organisation has launched a 'Shut out Scammers' campaign with Police Scotland designed to raise awareness about the risks of accepting work offered by cold callers. Shocking examples include a couple who were charged £4,500 for a step and mono-blocking outside their home, only for it to begin crumbling within days. Another couple were conned out of £350 after... Read this story
