Scams are crimes that con, swindle or cheat people out of their hard earned money. They can take place over the phone, by letter, via email or even following a knock on the door.
Report it
If you or someone you know has been the victim of a scam you should report it to Action Fraud.
Citizens Advice
The Citizens Advice consumer helpline provides free, confidential and impartial advice on consumer issues.
What to do if you've been scammed - Citizens Advice
Contact the Citizens Advice consumer helpline
Other organisations that can help
- Cyber Aware - NCSC.GOV.UK
- Personal fraud and how to prevent it - Metropolitan Police
- Take Five - To Stop Fraud
- National Trading Standards Scams Team - National Trading Standards
Contact us
Trading Standards
Merton Civic Centre
London Road
Morden
SM4 5DX
Telephone: 020 8545 3025
Email: trading.standards@merton.gov.uk