Millions of people have been targeted by scammers as the cost-of-living crisis take hold. Citizens Advice, in collaboration with Consumer Protection Partnership, have launched their annual scams awareness campaign to help protect people from rogue scammers. Through this initiative, Citizens Advice is urging people to report scams, to take action and to work closely with regulatory authorities in tackling imposters. Wendy Martin, Director, National Trading Standards, said: “We want as many people as possible to be aware of these scams so they can protect themselves and their families. Scams should always be reported so we can catch the criminals, and everyone can arm themselves with the information they need to stay safe. Read the full article here.
Better case management to protect your community Trading Standards officers play a key role in protecting the vulnerable consumers from scams. They need the right insights to take quick action. Cx Trading Standards, Civica's cloud software automates tasks and creates a customisable dashboard for better case management. The modern and smart features enable officers to work anywhere, using any device, freeing up staff time and reducing administration. It increases officer readiness and supports informed and consistent decision-making, providing the intelligence needed to help protect the community.
Blog posted jointly with Emily Douglin, Managing Director, Regulatory Services at Civica
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