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Asda and Morrisons warning over online grocery delivery scams
Scam texts, seen by Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI), claim your Asda or Morrisons order is out for delivery
11:25, 10 MAY 2021
People who shop at Asda or Morrisons are being warned against a new scam.
People who shop online at Asda or Morrisons are being warned against a new scam after con artists target shoppers through text.
Scammers have been trying to obtain people’s personal details by pretending to be from either Asda or Morrisons.
Scam texts, seen by Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI), claim your Asda or Morrisons order is out for delivery.
Iceland, Poundstretcher and others issue urgent food recall on noodle cups, chocolate and ice lollies
The Chartered Trading Standard’s Institute (CTSI) have published information on items that have been recalled by suppliers or authorities over serious health concerns
14:11, 8 MAY 2021
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Major retailers have issued product recalls on noodle cups, vegetable bakes, chocolate and ice lollies.
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) have published information on items that have been recalled by suppliers or authorities over serious health concerns.