Ashfield District Council warn of bogus workman claiming to be a tree surgeon
A statement from the council said: "We have had reports of a man knocking on doors within the district claiming to be a tree surgeon offering services on behalf of the Council.
"This is NOT an ADC employee.
"We remind residents to check the ID of anyone claiming to be a Council employee and if in doubt ring the Council and check.
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Action Fraud remind everyone to be wary of doorstep sellers.
They advise:
If you’re unsure, ask for identification and never let anyone you don’t know into your house.
Check the individual’s credentials, including a permanent business and landline telephone number (mobile phone numbers can be hard to trace).
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If you’re in any doubt, ask the person to leave or call Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 03454 04 05 06