How to shop safely online this Christmas
18|11|2009
In the next few weeks millions of us will be shopping online for our Christmas presents. Not only is it a convenient way to shop, it also offers more choice and you can often save money. Online shopping is also safe and secure so long as you take a few simple steps first. Ofcom has today published a video setting out steps consumers can take and things they should look out for when shopping online this Christmas.Read more about Shop safely online »

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