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Mr Stevenson said:
“It is really important that people know where to turn for help and advice when it is required.
“A lot of the cases that I get are because people have been the victims of scams whether that be online, through telephone or on the doorstop it is important that constituents know where to get help.
“Sadly, there are scams and fraud and people get taken for a ride too often. I hope this initiative can help people who need it, especially the most vulnerable and at-risk groups in Scotland.”
“A lot of the cases that I get are because people have been the victims of scams whether that be online, through telephone or on the doorstop it is important that constituents know where to get help.
“Sadly, there are scams and fraud and people get taken for a ride too often. I hope this initiative can help people who need it, especially the most vulnerable and at-risk groups in Scotland.”
