Update: 18 February 2014: We tried to contact HotCrazyDeal on numerous occasions in January, but received no response. It eventually sent us a statement on Monday 17 February, which we have added below.
Any customer who signed up to a Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) contract on their doorstep, by phone or at a shopping centre could have a mis-selling claim against the company, according to Trading Standards.
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has today launched its annual doorstep selling campaign, which aims to help elderly or vulnerable consumers know their rights.
Charities, religious groups and political parties are among the worst offenders of organisations that ignore 'no cold callers' signs, a MoneySavingExpert.com poll has found.
Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) customers who were talked into switching to a pricey tariff by cunning door-to-door salesman could receive a share of a £5 million compensation pot in the new year.
Consumers who buy gift cards or vouchers for themselves or as a Christmas present have been urged to double-check the stability of the retailer before splashing out, to minimise the risk of losing cash.