The vast majority of businesses are responsible and trade fairly. Sadly, though, there are some traders out there who are trying to rip you off, by offering deals that are too good to be true. Below are just a few everyday examples of scams 

• Bogus competitions and prize draws 
• Bogus home-working scheme 
• Internet - auctions/banking/shopping 
• Charity clothing collection 
• Mobile phone calls 
• Watered beer/spirits
• Short weight fruit and veg

For more information about scams and how to avoid them, click on the link to the AskCedric topic at the right hand side of this page.