Crackdown On Bogus Callers

The water industry is backing a campaign to tackle crime which targets vulnerable people.

Fifers are being urged to use Card, Check And Call as a series of simple steps to beat conmen posing as employees.
 
Scottish Water’s Chief Operating Officer, Peter Farrer, said: “As our investment programme to deliver clearer, fresher drinking water and improve the natural environment across Scotland continues, Scottish Water workers are highly visible in towns and villages across the country.
 
“However, there are those who would take advantage of this essential work by posing as bogus Scottish Water employees.
 
“All of our employees carry identity cards, which they are more than happy to show when requested to do so. Householders shouldn’t let anyone into their home until they are sure of their identity. Check through the peep hole on your door; ask them to pass their ID card through the letter box. Our employees will be more than happy to wait while you check their identity.
 
“If you’re on your own and feel that you need more support then call a neighbour or a friend, and if you are at all worried about a caller, then please contact the police straight away. The advice is easy to remember - just three C’s – Card, Check and Call.”
 
Pamela Taylor, Chief Executive, Water UK, said: “The water industry’s message to consumers about bogus callers is simple – if in doubt, keep them out. The whole water industry is behind the campaign to tackle this crime, which targets the most vulnerable people.
 
“We are pleased to support the efforts of Scottish Water and other agencies to reduce the risk of bogus callers. All water company employees and their contractors carry identification which they should offer. Please check the identification before letting anyone into your home.”