ROGUE traders operating in multiple areas of the county have prompted a warning from West Mercia Police.

PC Jo Tredwell, of the South Worcestershire Prioery and Malvern Wells priory safer neighbourhood team, and PC Jon Hand, of the Kempsey and Alfrick safer neighbourhood team, both published warnings.

Police say that rogue traders typically arrive uninvited to your home to sell goods and services with no regard for the law, generally targeting more vulnerable people.

The message released by both officers said: "The best advice is not to deal with anyone who visits your home uninvited.

"You should not feel bullied, threatened, or pressured into buying anything or having any work carried out.

"Rogue traders and doorstep callers may do unnecessary work, or to a poor standard, or the price may rapidly increase."

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West Mercia Police advise you to be suspicious if you are told the work is urgent and you need to act quickly, there are broken roof tiles or a leaking gutter.

Take your time to get informed and seek the opinion of a reputable trader before making any decisions.

If you feel you have been a victim of rogue traders, you can report suspicious callers to Trading Standards, the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline number at 0808 223 1133), or West Mercia Police on 101 or 999 in the event of an emergency.