Don't fall victim to rogue doorstep traders
Lock - Front and back doors
Stop - Are you expecting someone?
Chain - Put chain on before answering the door
Check - Identity of caller
If in doubt, keep them out!
Print out our window sign to discourage doorstep sellers:
- "We do not buy from doorstep sellers" sign [PDF - 220k]
In this section
Safetraders
A register of businesses providing services for people living in South Tyneside.
Fairtrade
Local suppliers and Fairtrade organisations.
Useful websites
South Tyneside Consumer Advice
How to complain, shopping tips, internet shopping, doorstep selling, scams, unwanted junk mail and phone calls and much more.
Consumer Direct
Clear and practical
consumer advice
Phone: 0845 404 0506
