Cumbria Trading Standards is warning residents in the Maryport area to be on their guard after reports of a company cold calling and offering to carry out paving or surfacing work.
For advice on such issues or to report an incident call the Citizens Advice Bureau consumer helpline on 03454 04 05 06 or visit www.adviceguide.org.uk
You can also call Cumbria police on 101.
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