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Don't Lose Out!

A guide to rights for young consumers

Young People Collage
'Don't Lose Out' is a short, snappy film featuring typical consumer issues facing today's young people, with some basic tips on how to avoid the pitfalls; plus how to seek out clear practical advice from Consumer Direct.
  • Cash back deals on mobile phones
  • Mobile phone contracts
  • Text message scams
  • Faulty goods
  • Buying a second-hand car
  • Car loans
  • Buying on line
Aimed at 15-18 year olds, it can be used as an educational aid in the class room to generate further discussion in life skills and citizenship studies or be shown in an unaccompanied setting e.g. student recreational rooms or similar places where young people meet.  You can view the DVD online - Don't Lose Out! A guide to rights for young consumers (WMV Format)
Young Peoples DVD Cover
Schools, please look out for your free copy which will be sent out in September ready for the new term.
If you are a local school, based in Leicestershire and have not received your copy of the DVD, then please contact Leicestershire Trading Standards on 0116 305 8000 or e-mail tradingstandards@leics.gov.uk.

further information
Consumer Advice:
Contact : Consumer Direct
Telephone : 08454 04 05 06
Online: www.consumerdirect.gov.uk
Trader Advice:
Contact : The Duty Officer
Telephone : 0116 305 8000
E-Mail : tradingstandards@leics.gov.uk
Last Updated:
6 October 2008
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