Staying safe

23 May 2024

Ignoring smoking laws lands lounge in court

The owners and director of a shisha lounge have been ordered by a court to pay thousands of pounds after persistently flouting the law. …

2 Apr 2024

Rat-infested takeaway hit with fine

A takeaway restaurant’s owners have been taken to court after it was briefly forced to close following the discovery of rat poo, flies and …

21 Mar 2024

Have your say on the borough’s nightlife

Do you live or work in the borough? Perhaps you’re a regular visitor, own a business or part of a community group? If so, …

19 Mar 2024

Big fines for filthy Southall cash and carry

The owners and manager of a Southall cash and carry have been issued fines totalling more than £27,000 after persistently ignoring demands to improve …

21 Dec 2023

Have yourself a fake-free Christmas

If you’re doing a spot of Christmas shopping, make sure you’re not buying counterfeit goods. That’s the warning from Ealing Council’s trading standards team, …

27 Nov 2023

Stay safe

With the festive season upon us you may find yourself out and about, socialising and meeting friends more than usual. And with the longer …

24 Nov 2023

Bogus caller? Protect yourself and your home

Most people who call at your home will be genuine. However, occasionally, criminals posing as someone official may turn up as an unexpected caller …

30 Nov 2022

Christmas shoppers warned of fake goods

Shoppers are being reminded to be extra vigilant when out buying Christmas gifts, following a recent haul of £200,000 worth of fake goods by …

26 Oct 2022

Cost of living: Beat the scammers

Many of us will have received a suspicious email or text message recently relating to the cost of living. Scammers will look for any …

26 Mar 2020

Staying safe from scams during virus crisis

Ealing Council is urging all residents to be aware of, and to take precautions against, possible fraud scams during the current coronavirus crisis. It …