Safe Local Trades

24/08/2026

Do you get panicky when those pesky pop up windows make an appearance - using urgent messages, flashing warnings and fake alerts to grab your attention? Here's some sound advice on how to handle them:

Scammers desperate to make a quick profit are tricking unsuspecting users into calling fake support numbers

21/08/2026

Coming up with varied and strong passwords is the first hurdle to keeping our personal details safe. But where do you store them ... in a desktop ⌨️ folder, and email or a note on your mobile phone?

Here's some food for thought when it comes to staying secure online:

Strong passwords help protect your online accounts, but saving them in the wrong location can make them much easier for criminals to access

13/08/2026

OK - so it may be the middle of August and whilst we don't want to burst the summer bubble, now is actually a really smart time to think ahead to winter planning. Our tried and tested traders will be filling up their order books as fast as your ice-cream 🍦will melt on a sunny day - so for your winter 2026 boiler serving and other heating prep - contact the experts https://www.safelocaltrades.com/PE/pe-central/plumber-gas-boiler-service/pe1

06/08/2026

If you are going away ✈️🚙- don't leave anything to chance.
Here are some top tips to allow you to enjoy your summer break and help you keep your home and belongings safe while you’re away:
1️⃣If wish to post anything on social media, make sure your posts aren’t public and that they’re only seen by your friends
2️⃣Leave lights and a radio on a timer to make the property appear occupied.
3️⃣Get a trusted neighbour to keep an eye on your property or join a Neighbourhood or resident Watch Scheme
4️⃣Consider asking your neighbours to close curtains after dark and to park on your drive.
5️⃣Remember to cancel newspaper deliveries and make arrangements with neighbours to collect any parcels.
For all your security needs - we've got you covered https://www.safelocaltrades.com/PE/pe-central/cctv-installer-peterborough/pe1

04/08/2026

Please be vigilant 👀

When an elderly woman from Cambridgeshire connected with a man on an over 60s dating site, she was so happy and so looking forward to meeting him.

After a few months of chatting online, the man told her he was keen to meet her, but he was based in Kuwait and needed to travel back.

Shortly before the pair were due to meet, he told her he was stuck at the airport. He was bringing back a gem to make her some jewellery and it got held at customs. He explained he didn’t have the right insurance for the gem and needed her to pay it to help get it through the process.

Keen to help and touched he was bringing a gem over for her, the woman dutifully parted with hundreds of pounds to free the gem from customs.

Unfortunately, she never got to see her new man or the gem and never got her money back.

Romance scammers target the elderly and vulnerable in society and know what to say to hook them in.

Spot the signs and keep your loved ones safe with our advice -> https://orlo.uk/1ETqP

30/07/2026

Romance ❤️‍🔥 fraud is something we focus on regularly and sadly, we know this is still very prevalent

When an elderly woman from Cambridgeshire connected with a man on an over 60s dating site, she was so happy and so looking forward to meeting him.

After a few months of chatting online, the man told her he was keen to meet her, but he was based in Kuwait and needed to travel back.

Shortly before the pair were due to meet, he told her he was stuck at the airport. He was bringing back a gem to make her some jewellery and it got held at customs. He explained he hadn’t got the right insurance for the gem and needed her to pay it to help get it through the process.

Keen to help and touched he was bringing a gem over for her, the woman dutifully parted with hundreds of pounds to free the gem from customs.

Unfortunately, she never got to see her new man or the gem and never got her money back.

Romance scammers target the elderly and vulnerable in society and know what to say to hook them in.

Spot the signs and keep your loved ones safe with our advice -> https://orlo.uk/AyOM0

27/07/2026

The summer holidays are now upon us - and for many, the idea time to get around to that long list of home improvement and DIY jobs. But don't let your summer happy turn into summer sad - leave it to the experts ... take a look at www.safelocal.trades.com for all your home and garden needs.

25/07/2026

Amazon shoppers ... Have you heard of the Iphone in your basket scam? This is definitely worth a read https://www.which.co.uk/news/article/amazon-iphone-in-your-basket-scam-warning-aEf185z1I03s?utm_source=ExactTarget&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=4699224-S_SA_EM__20260723&mi_u=227954226&mi_ecmp=S_SA_EM__20260723

10/07/2026

What a lovely offer from our member Loos and More 💖✨

We have been very fortunate with how Loos and More has gone from strength to strength ❤️. Now we would like to give a little back.
Please share everywhere you can 🥰

09/07/2026

📣 In 2018, member Pete Bird began his journey with a single van, and just a year ago, he expanded his vision by opening a showroom Pete Bird Kitchens & Bathrooms. 👏 We put Pete in the Spotlight to explore the strategies and determination that led to this impressive achievement 🔎. Read his story here at https://www.safelocaltrades.com/spotlight/article/member-spotlight-on-pete-bird-kitchens-and-bathrooms