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Trading Standards

@bhamts

Birmingham Trading Standards official twitter page. Please do not use this account to report crime. You can e-mail us - [email protected]

 Birmingham, UK
birmingham.gov.uk/tradingstandards
Joined June 2009
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#NationalCaramelAppleDay Apples can be sold as countable produce more info 👇businesscompanion.info/en/qu… #BrumTS 📷@isaac_del_toro on @unsplash
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#ScamAlert beware of this #scam email circulating about your Cloud services being suspended. Do not respond and do not give your details or make payment. #ScamAware #BrumTS @Apple
CLOUD ▲ Action required to prevent service disruption Your cloud services have been suspended Hello Your Cloud services payment could not be completed. As a result, your account has been suspended and access to services limited. SERVICE DETAILS Service Cloud Platform Suspended on Fri, 30 Oct-2026 Payment status Overdue STATUS SUSPENDED

ALT CLOUD ▲ Action required to prevent service disruption Your cloud services have been suspended Hello Your Cloud services payment could not be completed. As a result, your account has been suspended and access to services limited. SERVICE DETAILS Service Cloud Platform Suspended on Fri, 30 Oct-2026 Payment status Overdue STATUS SUSPENDED

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Want a #scams training to your organisation, social group etc. You can request this by emailing us 👇 [email protected] #ScamAware #BrumTS
TAKE A STAND AGAINST SCAMS #ScamAware For advice on scams call Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline: 0808 223 1133 NATIONAL TRADING STANDARDS Scams Team

ALT TAKE A STAND AGAINST SCAMS #ScamAware For advice on scams call Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline: 0808 223 1133 NATIONAL TRADING STANDARDS Scams Team

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Buying medicines online from an unregistered pharmacy could leave you with counterfeit or ineffective products. Protect your health by checking the pharmacy is registered with the the GPhC before ordering. Find out more >> pharmacyregulation.org/how-c… #BrumTS
Do you know what you're taking? Always get your weight management medicines from a registered pharmacy. Before you buy from an online pharmacy: Check it's on the pharmacy register. Protect your health. pharmacy register All legitimate pharmacies in Great Britain have to be on the register. General Pharmaceutical Council

ALT Do you know what you're taking? Always get your weight management medicines from a registered pharmacy. Before you buy from an online pharmacy: Check it's on the pharmacy register. Protect your health. pharmacy register All legitimate pharmacies in Great Britain have to be on the register. General Pharmaceutical Council

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Check your credit report frequently to spot anything suspicious #ProtectYourIdentity tips @GetSafeOnline getsafeonline.org/protectyou… #BrumTS
Protect your identity - Get Safe Online

Protect your identity - Get Safe Online

Why looking after your identity matters Your identity is essential in everyday life – whether it’s for proving your age, applying for a licence, loan or

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✅ Tobacco retailers can start preparing now for 1 January 2027. Train staff, review age verification procedures and make sure your team understands the 1 January 2009 cut-off date. Find out more: acs.org.uk/campaigns/decline… #Decline09 #Challenge2 #BrumTS
5 THINGS TOBACCO RETAILERS CAN DO NOW TO PREPARE FOR JANUARY 2027

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📢TRAVEL ALERT - 24-28 December 📆For anyone planning their Christmas activities and travel around Birmingham, please be aware there will be no train services out of New Street station between Christmas Eve and 28 December, due to major engineering works. 👉Plan your travel in advance, by checking on Network Rail's journey planner nationalrail.co.uk
The official source for trains in Great Britain | National Rail

The official source for trains in Great Britain | National Rail

The gateway to Britain's national rail network. The portal to rail travel, including train times, information, fares enquiries, promotions and tickets

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Network Rail (@networkrail) profile pictureNetwork Rail
@networkrailOct 27
👷 We're carrying out major engineering work at #Birmingham New Street this Christmas. It'll mean no train services to or from the station from 24 to 28 December. That's because we're upgrading the overhead power lines, which power electric trains: 👉 networkrail.co.uk/our-work/l…
The text states that there will be no trains to or from Birmingham New Street station from 24 to 28 December due to essential engineering work. There is an illustration of a bull in construction gear. Logos of Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Railway, and Network Rail are shown at the bottom. The message advises travelers to plan ahead and check before travel.

ALT The text states that there will be no trains to or from Birmingham New Street station from 24 to 28 December due to essential engineering work. There is an illustration of a bull in construction gear. Logos of Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Railway, and Network Rail are shown at the bottom. The message advises travelers to plan ahead and check before travel.

Yellow railway maintenance vehicles are stationed on railway tracks near Birmingham New Street station. Construction workers in high-visibility clothing are present, and the sky is partly cloudy.

ALT Yellow railway maintenance vehicles are stationed on railway tracks near Birmingham New Street station. Construction workers in high-visibility clothing are present, and the sky is partly cloudy.

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🖤💛 Applications are now open for people who want to volunteer at @Birmingham2027 and be part of Invictus Games Spirit 27. In July 2027, Birmingham and the West Midlands will welcome the world for the Invictus Games. We’re inviting people from across our region to be part of the volunteer team helping bring the Games to life. This is an opportunity to showcase the warmth, diversity and pride of our communities, meet people from around the world and help create a welcoming experience for competitors, families and visitors. 🫶 By joining Spirit 27, we’re part of a wider movement supporting the Invictus community and helping bring the Games to life. 🖤💛 Apply now: orlo.uk/xvEHf
A man and woman in yellow Invictus Games volunteer uniforms waving, with text announcing that volunteer applications are open.

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We’re supporting #TalkMoney Week 2-6 November. How will you be getting involved?🪙 Find out more on the website, link in comments👇
Promotional graphic for Talk Money Week, 2-6 November, featuring Birmingham landmarks and the Our Brum logo.

ALT Promotional graphic for Talk Money Week, 2-6 November, featuring Birmingham landmarks and the Our Brum logo.

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Support is available this winter ❄️ Come along to our Winter Community Marketplace at Green Lane Masjid & Community Centre on Thursday 12 November, 10am-12.30pm, and find out about the help and advice available to you 💙
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Are you emergency ready? Everyday emergencies like storms can disrupt the essential services you rely on—like your phone, water, power and the internet. Taking a few simple steps to prepare can make a big difference, helping you manage while emergency support reaches those who need it most. If you or someone you know might need extra support during a gas, electricity or water outage, they may be able to sign up for the Government Priority Services Register. It’s a free service that ensures utility companies know who may need extra assistance. Lots of households are eligible, including those of pensionable age, people with long-term illnesses, and families with children under 5. Find out more about how to prepare and check your eligibility for extra help via link in comments 1/2
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Be #ScamAware with these 5 Top Tips: ➡️Seems too good to be true ➡️Suspect it's not a real company ➡️Pressured to transfer ££ quickly ➡️Unusual payment method ➡️Asked for personal information. #ScamSmart #BrumTS
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Buying medicines online from an unregistered pharmacy could leave you with counterfeit or ineffective products. Protect your health by checking the pharmacy is registered with the the GPhC before ordering. Find out more >> pharmacyregulation.org/how-c… @TheGPhC #BrumTS
If you buy medicines from a fake online pharmacy, you won't know what you're taking unknown ingredient no active ingredient contaminated wrong dose Before you buy from an online pharmacy: Check it's on the pharmacy register. Protect your health. pharmacy register All legitimate pharmacies in Great Britain have to be on the register. General Pharmaceutical Council

ALT If you buy medicines from a fake online pharmacy, you won't know what you're taking unknown ingredient no active ingredient contaminated wrong dose Before you buy from an online pharmacy: Check it's on the pharmacy register. Protect your health. pharmacy register All legitimate pharmacies in Great Britain have to be on the register. General Pharmaceutical Council

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Stay safe this #Halloween #SpookyHalloweenSafety #BrumTS
Child Accident Prevention Trust - CAPT Charity (@CAPTcharity) profile pictureChild Accident Prevention Trust - CAPT Charity@CAPTcharityOct 28
It’s scary to think about but if your child’s clothes catch on fire their instinct will be to run. And that won’t help! So, this firework season it’s important to teach children to STOP, DROP and ROLL. Learn more: capt.org.uk/firework-safety
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Good tips to stay safe this #Halloween #SpookyHalloweenSafety #BrumTS
Child Accident Prevention Trust - CAPT Charity (@CAPTcharity) profile pictureChild Accident Prevention Trust - CAPT Charity@CAPTcharityOct 29
In all the excitement this Halloween, children may want to tuck into their sweets whilst they’re on the move. But it’s best to avoid eating while walking or running, so you may want to save the treats to enjoy back at home. #ScareSafely this Halloween: capt.org.uk/halloween/
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As firework parties often overlap with Halloween events, it is important to remember the firework code. See @RoSPA advice rospa.com/home-safety/firewo… #SpookyHalloweenSafety #BonfireSafety #BrumTS
RoSPA- Firework safety tips | RoSPA

RoSPA- Firework safety tips | RoSPA

Stay safe during firework displays with RoSPA’s essential firework safety advice. Learn how to handle, store, and use fireworks responsibly to prevent accidents and injuries.

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#NationalDayOfCareAndSupport look out for someone who may be lonely, often these people can become victims of scammers. Scammers will take advantage of their vulnerability. #ScamAware #BrumTS
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Stay safe with fireworks visit for more information:- gov.uk/guidance/my-safety-fi… #FireworksSafety #BrumTS
My safety: fireworks

My safety: fireworks

OPSS is leading a fresh campaign to support fireworks safety, with content for use by local authorities, community groups and the public.

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#Fireworks are age restricted products don't sell to persons under 18 years of age. #FireworksSafety #BonfireNight #BrumTS
Image of assorted fireworks Office for Product Safety & Standards Aged 18 and over? You may buy fireworks for private use Check you have enough garden space before you buy

ALT Image of assorted fireworks Office for Product Safety & Standards Aged 18 and over? You may buy fireworks for private use Check you have enough garden space before you buy

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Stay safe and legal. #TyreSafety #TyreSafetyMonth #BrumTS
TyreSafe (@Tyresafe) profile pictureTyreSafe
@TyresafeOct 28
Tyre checks aren’t just about avoiding inconvenience. Driving with illegal tyres can mean a fine of up to £2,500 and three penalty points per tyre. Four tyres means four responsibilities. Check yours regularly and deal with problems before getting back on the road .
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