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ASA Crackdown on Untested Coronavirus Cures and Treatments

ASA Crackdown on Untested Coronavirus Cures and Treatments

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has taken steps to remove online ads promoting untested cures and treatments for Coronavirus. A number of complaints have been raised against companies using their websites and social media accounts to advertise unlicensed IV booster drip treatments for Coronavirus. Click he

ASA Uphold Complaint against Paul Coleman

ASA Uphold Complaint against Paul Coleman

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint against Paul Coleman. A complaint has been raised against website www.makelifeincome.com, which encourages gambling as an alternative to employment. The complainant challenged the claims about the success rate and uniqueness of the system that had been

June was extremely pleasant and helpful

June was extremely pleasant and helpful

June was extremely pleasant and helpful. Her manner was also professional and efficient. She saved me money which was also a bonus mark! Altogether a hassle free and successful conclusion.

June was extremely pleasant and helpful.

June was extremely pleasant and helpful.

June was extremely pleasant and helpful. Her manner was also professional and efficient. She saved me money which was also a bonus mark! Altogether a hassle free and successful conclusion. (Reviewed July 2020)

At all stages it was excellent

At all stages it was excellent

At all stages it was excellent June Payne was exceptionally helpful and nothing was too much trouble for her

At all stages it was excellent

At all stages it was excellent

At all stages it was excellent June Payne was exceptionally helpful and nothing was too much troulbe for her (Reviewed June 2020)

Bogus ‘Consumer Council’ Cold-calling timeshare owners

Bogus ‘Consumer Council’ Cold-calling timeshare owners

KwikChex has received reports of a new cold-caller phoning from UK number 01792825993 and calling itself the ‘Consumer Council’. This is the latest version of fake consumer organisation cold calls. In addition to obvious data breaches, they are also giving false information to consumers. KwikChex is currently operating

The level of service overall was excellent

The level of service overall was excellent

The level of service overall was excellent. The amount of supporting material was extremely helpful as was the encouragement to not give up. The level of information allowed me to identify and avoid the "Rogue" companies which are still preying on us, unfortunate victims. The friendly and supportive attitude of Mr Chri

The level of service overall was excellent

The level of service overall was excellent

The level of service overall was excellent. The amount of supporting material was extremely helpful as was the encouragement to not give up. The level of information allowed me to identify and avoid the "Rogue" companies which are still preying on us, unfortunate victims. The friendly and supportive attitude of Mr Chri