LoginMatt Allwright on CCAS' rogues gallery
As the new CCAS campaign launches the consumer expert gives us his views
Posted 25 September 2019 | JoTS Online
Content Tags: Updates|Consumer Goods and Services|National
UPDATES: Consumer champion Matt Allwright reflects on the tactics used by rogue traders, the harm caused to vulnerable consumers and the continuing value of the Approved Code Scheme in promoting trustworthy businesses.
<strong>There’s many types of rogue trader out there, CTSI has picked Shady, Costly, Lazy and Clumsy for its campaign. What others would you add to that list?</strong>
Well, if you want the full seven dwarves, I’d add Devious, Manipulative and Invasive to the list - particularly when it comes to salespersons. I’ve had the uncomfortable feeling of listening to a salesforce laug...
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