Don't Lose Out!
A guide to rights for young consumers
'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 (You Tube)
If you are a local school, based in Leicestershire and have not received a copy of the DVD, then please contact Leicestershire Trading Standards on 0116 305 8000 or e-mail tradingstandards@leics.gov.uk.
Page Last Updated: 15 June 2010
