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Saturday 28 July 2018
Thursday 26 July 2018
@WAR - Learn how we can keep young people safe on line
New dates launched for free front line workers and parents training
Come along and learn the dangers for young people online and about predators who are using children’s apps and websites to target them online. We discuss some of the apps, websites and gaming sites children are using every day including Roblox, Fortnite and Call of Duty. We provide parents and front line workers with online safety tips, how to add security settings to young people’s devices and how to check your internet history. We help you understand what some of the dangerous apps look like and the signs we can identify if a young person is being groomed online.
@WAR - Warwickshire Joint Strategic Needs Assessment - Residents Survey
Overview
To establish a picture of the health and wellbeing of the Warwickshire population, Warwickshire County Council (WCC) and partners carry out Joint Strategic Needs Assessments (JSNA) every few years. The assessment is used to inform the planning and delivery of services and support, it can also be a useful source of information for charities and communities themselves.
Wednesday 25 July 2018
Sunday 22 July 2018
@WAR - Unique training opportunity for 16-25 yo with the Prince's Trust
Prince’s Trust - Get started with Racing Cars (Coventry)
Are you 16-25? Interested in mechanics or engineering? The Prince's Trust, in partnership with Proctor Learning Technologies, is running a free, one-week training programme for young people interested in engineering and car racing.
You'll:
Interested? To be eligible for the progrmme you must attend a taster day on Tuesday, 14th August 2018. The main programme runs from 20th - 24th August 2018.
To register your interest call 0800 842 842. Text 'Call me' to 07983 385 418 or visit: www.princes-trust.org.uk/getstarted
Are you 16-25? Interested in mechanics or engineering? The Prince's Trust, in partnership with Proctor Learning Technologies, is running a free, one-week training programme for young people interested in engineering and car racing.
You'll:
- Work with Proctor Learning Technologies to build two racing cars
- Gain a AQA qualification in Design
- Learn all about the technology and engineering behind the cars
- Race your completed car in a series of time trials.
Interested? To be eligible for the progrmme you must attend a taster day on Tuesday, 14th August 2018. The main programme runs from 20th - 24th August 2018.
To register your interest call 0800 842 842. Text 'Call me' to 07983 385 418 or visit: www.princes-trust.org.uk/getstarted
Friday 13 July 2018
@WAR - Tax fraud scams, bogus solar panel checks and bitcoin investments
13/07/2018 Tax fraud scams, bogus solar panel checks and bitcoin investments
Tax fraud arrests scam
A number of Warwickshire residents have reported bogus phone calls from fraudsters claiming to be HMRC. The callers attempt to scare residents by suggesting they have committed tax fraud and a warrant has been issued for their (the residents) arrest. They then demand the resident pays a fine/tax owed.
A number of Warwickshire residents have reported bogus phone calls from fraudsters claiming to be HMRC. The callers attempt to scare residents by suggesting they have committed tax fraud and a warrant has been issued for their (the residents) arrest. They then demand the resident pays a fine/tax owed.
Bitcoin investment scams
A Warwickshire resident reported losing over £3000 after being cold called and offered an opportunity to ‘invest’ in Bitcoins via an online platform. The resident transferred the money which was then almost immediately withdrawn by the fraudsters.
A Warwickshire resident reported losing over £3000 after being cold called and offered an opportunity to ‘invest’ in Bitcoins via an online platform. The resident transferred the money which was then almost immediately withdrawn by the fraudsters.
Free solar panel ‘health check’
Owners of solar panels are warned to beware of letters and cold calls from bogus/high pressure companies offering solar panel ‘health checks’ that are in reality an opportunity to sell the resident highly priced and unnecessary warranties and additional solar panel equipment.
Owners of solar panels are warned to beware of letters and cold calls from bogus/high pressure companies offering solar panel ‘health checks’ that are in reality an opportunity to sell the resident highly priced and unnecessary warranties and additional solar panel equipment.
Bogus BT callers
Attempts are being made by fraudsters to obtain the banking details of Warwickshire residents by making calls falsely claiming to be BT and other telephone service providers. The fraudsters telephone unsuspecting consumers, claiming that their broadband speed is not as fast as it should be and offering them £200 refunds. They then ask for the individuals’ bank details to so they can ‘pay the money in’. In reality, bank details stolen in this way are used for criminal activity.
Attempts are being made by fraudsters to obtain the banking details of Warwickshire residents by making calls falsely claiming to be BT and other telephone service providers. The fraudsters telephone unsuspecting consumers, claiming that their broadband speed is not as fast as it should be and offering them £200 refunds. They then ask for the individuals’ bank details to so they can ‘pay the money in’. In reality, bank details stolen in this way are used for criminal activity.
NEVER provide personal or financial information to people who cold call you, either over the phone or on the doorstep. You can't tell a good trader from a bad one on the doorstep. Don't buy goods/services/investments from cold callers.
- Make a scam/rogue trader complaint to Trading Standards via Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 03454 040506.
- Warwickshire Trading Standards Website Facebook Twitter
- Avoid rogue traders. Use Warwickshire Trading Standards No Rogue Traders Here approved trader scheme
- Please feel free to pass on or re-publish this email alert
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Thursday 5 July 2018
@WAR - July Cyber Scam Update Is Now LIVE
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Wednesday 4 July 2018
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