Guarding against doorstep criminals video transcript

Titlecard: Guarding against doorstep criminals.

Shirley standing facing the camera.

Shirley: After my experience I learned how to guard against doorstep criminals. Here's how.

Use a safe local trader from Trading Standards Checked. Kent County Council formed Trading Standards Checked to combat doorstep criminals and protect residents from Rogue Traders. The scheme thoroughly and continually checks on their traders to ensure our safety.

Get a no cold caller sticker for your door, there's a link below. Use a door chain or look through a window to see who's at the door. Remember, it's better to be safe than sorry. Protect yourself and your home from doorstep criminals.

Caption on screen as Shirley continues speaking : To find a safe local trader call Trading Standards Checked on 03000 4164 38. If you need advice call the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on 0808 223 1133. If you have been targeted by a doorstep criminal call 101. If you feel threatened by a doorstep criminal call 999. Stay safe and be vigilant. Together, we can protect ourselves from doorstep criminals.