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Podcast Scam, Allergies, Cryptocurrency Regulations

How a paid podcast interview invitation turned into an elaborate scam that has put a dog groomer’s business at risk.

We hear how a dog groomer and influencer was invited onto a reputable podcast, only to find out it was a scam that took control of her social media accounts and accessed her personal information – putting her livelihood at risk.

Many people thought that the pandemic would bring an end to smart office wear, as more people opted for casual clothes. However, as people return to the office, sales of smarter clothing are on the rise. Retailer Charles Tyrwhitt has achieved record sales and Savile Row tailors are also reporting improved business.

We hear from a number of customers that have been turned away from restaurants due to their allergies. In the last decade, regulations have changed meaning that pre-packaged food must have all ingredients labelled and restaurants should provide written information about potential allergens in dishes. Restaurants say that they are turning people away to keep diners safe from potential cross-contamination, but is it fair?

Over the last few months, many people have had an email claiming to offer a free gift hamper from Marks and Spencer. However, despite looking like it comes from the retailer, the email has nothing to do with them and when customers pay for the postage they are in fact signed up to a subscription. We hear about how to spot these scams and what you can do if you’ve fallen foul of one.

More than one in ten adults in the UK either owns, or has owned, crypto currency, according to the Financial Conduct Authority. As a result, the government has revealed plans to regulate the industry in the same way as traditional financial markets. Will it encourage more people to invest in cryptocurrency and is it welcomed by those in the industry?

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