Following a report highlighting high scam rates in Ipswich we asked Trading Standards for their advice on how to people of Ipswich can keep themselves better protected from scammers. The report found that 16 per cent of home maintenance and improvement complaints in Ipswich were flagged as potential scams. Suffolk Trading Standards have issued warning and advice to the public. (Image: Suffolk Trading Standards)"If those details feel vague, rushed, or keep changing, it’s sensible to pause before handing over money." Suspected trading scams or poor practices can be reported to Citizens Advice Consumer Service to help prevent further incidents.