New sticker scheme to give cold callers the cold shoulder

Residents are being offered a free ‘super sticker’ which they can display at their front door warning doorstep traders to stay away.

The scheme is being offered by East Sussex County Council in conjunction with Sussex Police, Brighton & Hove City Council and West Sussex County Council.

Cllr Rupert Simmons, East Sussex County Council lead member for economy, said: “Residents often find high-pressure doorstep sellers intimidating and can end up parting with cash which they had no intention of handing over.

“Many people don’t want to be bothered by uninvited callers to their home, and in some cases cold callers can use their activity as a cover for committing crime.

“These new stickers will send a clear message to cold callers, and they are a powerful tool in the armoury of residents who are tired of being disturbed and want to say no to cold callers.”

Anyone who would like to order a sticker is asked to call the Citizens’ Advice consumer service on 08454 040506.