Scam prevention

Stay safe from scams in Highland

We help people in Highland protect themselves from scams, especially those who may be more vulnerable to financial harm.

We provide:

  • Scam prevention support - tailored, person-centred advice to help you stay safe
  • A self-help toolkit - practical steps you can take to avoid financial harm
  • Call blocker technology - stops nuisance and scam phone calls before they reach you

Spotting scams linked to Highland

Some scams pretend to be connected to the Highland area. We raise awareness of these to help protect the wider public.

This section will help you learn how to:

  • recognise common scams
  • protect yourself and others
  • report suspicious activity

Report scams

You can report scams to Consumer Advice Scotland

Page last modified: 29 January 2026

Trading Standards

Businesses - contact Trading Standards by email for a range of advice. Consumers - contact Advice Direct Scotland's www.consumeradvice.scot service on 0808 164 6000

Address: 38 Harbour Road
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