Community safety and crime news
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Bogus traders operating in Midlothian
Published on 24 Feb 2025
Midlothian Council’s Trading Standards team is warning residents of three bogus traders believed to be operating in the area.
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Shop found selling counterfeit vodka
Published on 16 Oct 2024
A shop in Midlothian has been caught selling counterfeit vodka containing industrial alcohol.
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Be aware of a 'falls alarm' scam
Published on 18 Jan 2024
We are aware of at least one elderly resident who was asked to give her payment details over the phone before a Midlothian Council alarm could be fitted in her home. This is a scam.
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