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CitA launches online safety tips


Citizens Advice has released tips for online bargain hunters in the run-up to Christmas

Richard Young

Posted 15 November 2022 | JoTS Online


Content Tags:  Updates|Consumer Goods and Services|National


UPDATES: As festive online shopping gathers pace, Citizens Advice highlights the growing threat of scams and counterfeit goods, offering practical advice to help consumers buy safely.

As people head online in search of a Black Friday, Cyber Monday or Christmas bargain, Citizens Advice has issued advice on how to avoid falling foul of misdescribed, counterfeit and unsafe goods.

The cost-of-living crisis continues to hit household budgets, meaning many are turning to online offers in an attempt to get a head start on their festive shopping. There are risks to buying chea...

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