Trading Standards say they have received a growing number of reports about scams affecting residents on the Isle of Wight, with several different frauds currently circulating. Trading Standards are reminding residents to always use trusted traders and, where possible, rely on personal recommendations before agreeing to work on their property. This is another scam, and residents are advised not to click on any links contained in these messages. Trading Standards warn that following these instructions could allow scammers access to a home internet network, putting personal and financial information at risk. In addition, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police have reported a rise in scam communications pretending to be from Companies House.