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National Consumer Week Online Shopping 20-24 September 2010
National Consumer Week is an annual national event organised by the Trading Standards Institute. The first event was held in 1988 and it has grown from strength to strength. Local Authorities support the week with competitions, information stands and other activities, from plays in schools to events in shopping centres.
The aim is to raise consumers' awareness of a range of issues that impact on their daily lives.
National e-Consumer Week 2010 Survey
The theme of the annual National Consumer Week, taking place 20-24 September 2010, is online shopping. We want to raise awareness of how to shop online safely and for consumers to beware of fake sites and fake products. In the run up to the event, we would like you, the consumer, to help us understand your online shopping habits and your current understanding of safety in the virtual world; by completing this survey you will be entered into a draw to win a £25 M&S voucher.
Terms and conditions:
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Promoter: Trading Standards Institute, 1 Sylvan Court, Sylvan Way, Southfields Business Park, Basildon, Essex SS15 6TH
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Closing date is 5 September 2010
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Only one entry per person
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There is one prize, a £25 M&S voucher – the winner will be drawn from all completed questionnaires which include contact details.
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The winner will be notified by telephone.
Are you safe online? Take the National e-Consumer Week Survey.
Want to save money on-line?
Would you like to register for a free internet shopping training session during this week at
Tuesday 21st Sept - Kilwinning Library - 2pm-4pm
Wednesday 22nd Sept - Saltcoats Library - 1.30pm -3.30pm
Friday 24th Sept - Largs Library - 10am-12(noon)
These short courses will show you how to use a pc correctly and safely, highlight key money saving websites so you can save money on your energy costs, cheaper holidays and great deals on everyday items and special treats.
Just telephone 01294 324917 to book your place (places are limited)
The week is also used to remind consumers of how they can access advice through Consumer Direct and the UK European Consumer Centre and alert them to the work carried out on their behalf by trading standards professionals across the UK.
North Ayrshire Trading Standards provides both information and advice on your consumer rights.
We work in close partnership with Consumer Direct who will pass complaints about faulty goods or services which require intervention and each year we recover locally around £1m back to you in redress.
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