Community safety and crime news
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Be aware of a 'falls alarm' scam
Published on 18 Jan 2024
We are aware of at least one elderly resident who was asked to give her payment details over the phone before a Midlothian Council alarm could be fitted in her home. This is a scam.
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The Parent Trap
Published on 21 Nov 2022
The public are being warned of a national phone scam. The scam targets parents.
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Parents warned of dangers of small objects
Published on 25 Apr 2022
Midlothian Trading Standards are warning parents and carers about potential hazards to children associated with swallowing items such as button batteries.
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New cameras to tackle antisocial behaviour and flytipping
Published on 14 Dec 2021
Councillors have agreed to replace 56 old CCTV cameras in and around town centres and to also buy additional wireless cameras that can be moved to antisocial behaviour and flytipping hotspots.
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