Farmer fined thousands for forging salmonella test results
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Farmer fined thousands for forging salmonella test results
A Somerset farmer has been ordered to pay more than £50,000 for failing to test chickens and eggs for salmonella before they went into the food chain and for presenting birds for slaughter with either falsified documents or with documentation which did not relate to those particular birds. Read full story: Farmer fined thousands for forging salmonella test results [
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Rural Support & Wellbeing team at Yealmpton Show
Rural support at the summer shows
Our Future Farming Resilience [
] Rural Support and Wellbeing team are out and about at agricultural shows across Devon and Somerset this summer.
They're being joined on the Farming Support Hub by a range of other agencies, ready to offer support and advice to farmers, rural businesses and the rural community. If you see them at one of the shows, do stop by and say hello!
The team are running free Rural Support and Wellbeing webinars once a month - you can register on the Business Information Point website [
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You can find more resources on our Support for farmers [
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No Blame No Shame campaign [
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No blame. No shame
Did you know, 73% of UK adults have been targeted by scams, with 35% losing money because of this criminal offence, but fewer than a third report the crime to the authorities.
Friends Against Scams believe the shame and worry can put victims off reporting scams, and they have launched the No blame no shame campaign [
] to help reduce the stigma.
Here's some ways you can help:
* Change the language you use to describe victims. Remember: No blame. No shame.
* Talk to your friends and family about fraud, scams and financial abuse. Share your stories and help to raise awareness.
* Protect yourself and loved ones from fraud and scams by taking the Friends Against Scams online training [
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Trading Standards Officer impersonators
We have received a report of someone impersonating a Trading Standards Officer.
If you are contacted by someone claiming to be a Trading Standards Officer and you’re unsure if they’re genuine, there are ways you can check:
* If you are cold-called at home by someone who says they are from Heart of the South West Trading Standards, ask for their ID – a genuine Trading Standards Officer will be able to show you their warrant card.
* If you are still unsure, phone My Devon on 01392 381381 and ask them to confirm the person works for Heart of the South West Trading Standards.
* If the person has unexpectedly called you on the phone and you’re not sure if they’re genuine, ask for their name and hang up, then call My Devon on 01392 381381 and ask to be put through to the officer.
Remember: no genuine Trading Standards Officer will ask you for money, or unexpectedly ask for your personal/financial details.
If someone does this, it will be a scam. You can report it by calling My Devon on 01392 381381.
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Funeral scams warning
Scammers are targeting recently bereaved families with bogus donation forms and fake online funeral streaming services.
The scam begins with criminals seeking out funeral notices. They then set up fake Facebook accounts that offer opportunities to donate money in memory of the recently deceased, or to watch a live stream of their funeral.
In either case, the postings are fraudulent and a cynical ploy to extract money from mourning friends and relatives.
Find out more: Journal of Trading Standards - ‘Despicable’ funeral scam warning [
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Find your perfect coworking space
A change of scenery and a change of pace can be great for focus, productivity and progress. Working from one of Devon’s coworking and flexible-working spaces might be just what you need. Located all throughout Devon they are a great place to work, study, meet and collaborate as you manage your work-life balance. Find the Work Hub for you today [
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Essential skills and qualifications for the workplace now available in Devon
If you are looking to improve your skills, Learn Devon has a selection of qualifications and courses starting this September [
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To find out more, book in for one of Learn Devon's online enrolment events
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]available throughout August.
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Upskill for free with flexible Skills Bootcamps
Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps [
] are open to employed, self-employed and unemployed adults looking to take the next step in their career. These courses are designed with employers to ensure you get the skills you need to elevate your career. From web design to welding, construction to coaching, health to hospitality, there's a range of courses available across Devon.
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