Shop wisely this sale season and avoid getting less than you bargained for with top tips from Citizens Advice Medway.
With Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the holiday season fast approaching, Citizens Advice Medway has released top tips to remind bargain-hunters how to shop safely online.
Citizens Advice Medway’s top tips for shopping wisely:
The top tips mark the start of National Consumer Week (Monday 14 November - Sunday 20 November). The annual campaign is run by Citizens Advice in collaboration with the Consumer Protection Partnership (CPP), which includes Trading Standards and the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.
Dan McDonald, Chief Officer of Citizens Advice Medway, said:
“Across Medway purse strings are tightening and financial pressures are increasing every day. With sales season fast approaching, it’s vital we recognise the red flags when trying to bag a bargain in the run up to the holidays.
“Anyone can be a victim of a scam, and even the savviest of shoppers can be left getting less than they bargained for. You shouldn’t feel embarrassed if you’re caught out. By knowing how to shop wisely, and what to do if something goes wrong, we can better protect ourselves and each other.”
For information and advice, contact Citizens Advice Medway on 1634 383 760 (Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm).
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National Consumer Week is an annual campaign which aims to raise people's awareness of specific consumer issues, and provide support and advice for those who need it.
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