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Emma. is a lavish and detailedperiod piece, with stunning costumes designed by Alexandra Byrne and gorgeous, colorful Georgian sets from production designer Kave Quinn and set decorator Stella Fox. When I saw Emma. I immediately wanted to watch it again, but with the power to pause so that I could study, in detail, the many eye-popping textiles and set pieces. Now, thanks to Universal dropping their first-quarter releases on premium on demand early, I can rent Emma. (here are some more SD Recommendations) and pause and zoom on gowns, screens, wallpaper, and curtains to my hearts content, and guess what? I DID. So here is a ranking of the best textiles and/or prints in Emma., from elegant to luxuriously extravagant.

Mr. Woodhouses dressing gown and striped chair

One of the wonderful details of the design of Emma. is the pattern mixing, which is most prevalent with the Woodhouses and their home, Hartfield. The combination of Mr. Woodhouses leaf-print dressing gown and the sprigged floral stripes of his chair is busy, yes, but the colors are complementary and the nature motifsomething prevalent with the Woodhousesis consistent, so that it comes across as a unified whole.

Rating: Elegant

Emmas pink spencer

Another example of the color coordination among the Woodhouses and Hartfield is Emmas pink spencerwhich is beautifully detailed on its ownand the interior Woodhouse spaces. For the film, much of Firle Place was repainted, including the saloon in which Emma and Mr. Woodhouse prepare to leave for Miss Taylors wedding, which is painted a complementary shade of pink, meanwhile, the Woodhouse carriage is a lovely contrasting blue. In both cases, Emmas pink spencer is set off to maximum effect.

Rating: Impeccable

Mr. Woodhouses many screens

Behold, Mr. Woodhouses collection of draft-defeating screens. Again, everything is a contrasting pattern, but the colors are coordinated, and everything works with the gold tone of the walls, bringing the whole look together. The Woodhouses live in a tornado of color and pattern, yet everything is pleasing and harmonious.

Rating: Splendid

Emmas yellow pelisse

I believe this garment is called a pelisse, and while the color is beautiful, it is all about that pleating in the back and the ruffled, vaguely Elizabethan collar of the underdress. The texture on this gown is positively touchable.

Rating: Flawless

Emmas spangled Christmas gown At the Westons Christmas dinner, where the rooms and clothing are all dark, natural tones suitable for a snowy, cozy evening, Emma shows up in winter white, standing out amongst her cohort, as she should. Emma is always dressed to stand out from the crowd, and Christmas dinner is no exception.

Rating: Superb

Emmas white ballgown

A white ballgown, trimmed in roses, is described in practically every ball scene in every Regency romance novel ever written, and as Emma is technically a Regency romance novel, it is fitting that Emma appears in a white ballgown, trimmed in roses. Again, the texture of this garment is exquisite, and its a deliberate contrast to Mrs. Eltons gaudy yellow gown. Unlike Mrs. Elton, Emma is not over-trimmed, and the rosettes on her gown fit the nature motif that Emma wears throughout the film.

Rating: Exquisite

Emmas black and yellow feathered cap

Emmas yellow pelisse is wonderful, but this feathered cap is a showstopper. In a film stuffed full of gorgeous bonnets and caps, this feathered number takes the cake. The color, the contrast, the little daisy-like detail over one ear, I WANT THIS CAP FOR MY VERY OWN. The costumes of Emma. are not at all wearableRegency fashion is so particular and fussybut I would find an occasion for this cap.

Rating: Recherch

Hartfield dining room wallpaper

When I saw this room on the big screen, I GASPED. Pink and green floral wallpaper sounds hideous, but the effect in the Hartfield dining roomreally the Firle Place billiards roomis nothing short of stunning. This room defines Georgian extravagance and the slightly ridiculous world of Emma Woodhouse. Matched with the green and pink drapes, this room is the most graphic, jaw-dropping space in the entire film.

Rating: Luxuriously Extravagant

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Bright, fresh and chic white-painted walls are a design classic. Whether you lean towards crisp minimalism or you want a neutral backdrop for colourful furnishings and statement art, deliberating over the perfect shade of white is that most middle-class of condundrums.

Faced with the prospect of a lockdown, DIY stores reported a surge in sales of paint. However, before you pick up that brush and slap any old white on the wall, consider that subtleties in tone can make a big difference. A bog-standard brilliant white typically has too much of a blue tone, which can make a space feel cold and sterile. Too yellowish and you risk creating a magnolia-hued throwback.

Here we ask interior designers for their go-to white paints.

Panelling and walls are painted in Decorators White by Benjamin Moore (24 for 0.94 litres). Alderney armchairs, from 540, sofa.com

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Originally planned for: May 20

NeoCon

Chicagos signature contract design fair is usually a June highlight, but after announcing an undated postponement, organizers shared that the next NeoCon wont take place until June of 2021. The exact dates are June 1416, 2021.

Originally planned for: June 810

Masterpiece London

Masterpiece London will not take place this summer as planned. The organization's statement read: "We are committed to supporting our exhibitors and visitors, and over the coming weeks will share details of a range of initiatives we will be launching in lieu of this years edition. We look forward to welcoming you to the next edition of Masterpiece London, which will take place from 24 30 June 2021. We wish you all well during this difficult time."

Originally planned for: June 25July 1

Light + Building

Innovations in lighting and building-services technology should have gotten the limelight March 8March 13 at Messe Frankfurt, but Light +Building has been pushed back to September 27October 2.

Originally planned for: March 813; now scheduled for: September 27October 2

Design Shanghai

One of Asias premier design events, the seventh installment of Design Shanghai, spanning the contemporary, classic and luxury, collectibles, kitchen and bathroom, workplace, and new materials and applications realms, has moved from March 1215 to May 2629 at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.

Originally planned for: March 1215; now scheduled for: May 2629

Shenzhen International Furniture Exhibition (SIFE)

Planned for March 1821 at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, this show, held annually in the southeast China metropolis, has been postponed, with rumors that it will now happen in June.

Originally planned for: March 1821; now scheduled for: TBA

Movelsul Brasil

The Brazilian event was on the cusp of kickoff, but now its unclear when that will happen, due to the COVID-19 disease in Brazil, Movelsul said in a statement.

Originally planned for: March 1619; now scheduled for: TBA

China International Furniture Fair (CIFF)

The 45th rendition of this massive Guangzhou show, originally primed for March 1821 at the Canton Fair Complex, has yet to announce replacement dates.

Originally planned for: March 1821

The Architectural Digest Design Show

This expansive showcase of furniture, accessories, lighting, and kitchen and bath products, peppered with seminars and culinary demonstrations,has been rescheduled from March 1922 to June 2528 at New Yorks Pier 94.

Originally planned for: March 1922; now scheduled for: June 2528

Texas Design Week

Texas Design Week Houston was supposed to kick off March 23. Now? Its going to happen in May.

Originally planned for: March 2330; now scheduled for: May

Miami Home Show

Another March design event to scrap its plans thanks to the growing outbreak in the U.S., the Floridian industry staple was supposed to take place starting March 27.

Originally planned for: March 27-29; now scheduled for: TBA

Art Dubai

Considering its large global presence, the 14th annual art fair has been rescheduled to March 1720, 2021. However, on March 2528, at the Madinat Jumeirah as planned, Global Art Forum and a more Dubai-specific program will unfold, highlighting local and regional gallery presentations.

Originally planned for: March 2528; now scheduled for: March 1720, 2021

DIFFA By Design

Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS announced that it planned to postpone its marquee fundraiser, known as DIFFA By Design. In a statement the organization said, Public health is at the center of DIFFAs mission. Our hearts go out to all of those who have been affected by the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. In light of widespread concerns, including those within the HIV/AIDS community who may be particularly vulnerable, we will always prioritize health and safety.

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Beautifully appointed 2 story on a lovely lot. Wood floors on the main and upper levels. The 2 story entry foyer leads to the dining room and study/living room, both with custom shutters, crown and dental molding. The spectacular great room features a wood-burning fireplace, built-in bookcases, bay window, walk-behind wet bar and French doors to patio., The kitchen is the heart of the home with 42-inch cabinets, center island, stainless appliances and adjoining breakfast room with a bay window. The master suite boasts a walk-in closet and luxury bath with double vanities, shower, and soaking tub. Also on the UL are 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level is perfect for gatherings with a rec room, game room, walk-behind wet bar, fireplace, full bath, exercise room, and sauna. Additional features include a patio, 3 car rear-entry garage, level lot, sprinkler and security system, and more. Impeccable throughout!

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Every June 1st, Florida home insurance companies ask their policyholders if theyre prepared for hurricane season. This year, American Integrity Insurance Company (AIIC) became the only Florida domiciled insurance company to issue a catastrophe bond, Integrity Re II Pte. Ltd., as part of its overall financial portfolio.

"Despite current market volatility, investors recognized AIICs status as the most consistent cat bond sponsor among Florida insurers since 2017 with the successful closing of its Integrity Re II Pte. Ltd. Series 2020-1 Notes, completed in March 2020, which was the third 144A cat bond to utilize a Singapore-domiciled special purpose reinsurance vehicle," said Cory Anger, Managing Director, GC Securities. "GC Securities has been honored to support AIIC since 2017 in expanding its capital resiliency from the effects of natural perils that can affect its policies through the efficient and flexible usage of catastrophe bonds in concert with its traditional reinsurance program."

The current issuance is a great indicator of the Companys readiness for storm season and further protects its financial strength in the wake of catastrophic events, such as a hurricane. The fact that American Integrity is the only domestic carrier to issue a bond in 2020 speaks to the Companys solid financial footing despite Floridas dynamic and challenging property insurance market.

"The successful completion of American Integritys catastrophe bond transaction demonstrates our ongoing commitment to claims-paying capacity, surplus protection, and development a comprehensive risk management strategy to protect our company and policyholders against unforeseen events," says Ryan Hodges, American Integritys Vice President of Risk Management.

American Integritys $150 million catastrophe bond, with Hannover Rck SE acting as the ceding reinsurer, provides the Tampa-based insurance company and its policyholders with a multi-year source of financial protection against named storms that cause major damage in the state of Florida.

A catastrophe bond acts as another layer of reinsurance. Reinsurance, in essence, is insurance for insurance companies. In 2004, Florida was hit by four hurricanes in one season. It is imperative that insurance companies have enough coverage to handle multiple events to be able to pay claims, and continue to run and grow their business. American Integritys reinsurance program has consistently earned it an "A" Exceptional Financial Stability Rating from Demotech, Inc. As a liquid financial instrument, the new catastrophe bond adds to American Integritys already robust reinsurance program and will quickly and easily convert into cash for rapid claims-paying after a catastrophic storm.

American Integritys catastrophe bond becomes effective on June 1, the beginning of the 2020 hurricane season. "Entering the catastrophe bond market offers added stability for our Company, our policyholders and their homes," says American Integrity President and CEO, Bob Ritchie. "A hurricane is the ultimate test of our ability to fulfill our financial commitment to quickly pay claims to impacted customers, while continuing to conduct and grow our business. Our catastrophe bond provides us with an extra source of financial backing to do just that."

For more information, please visit the Company's website at http://www.aiiflorida.com, or call 866-968-8390.

About American Integrity Insurance Group (American Integrity)

American Integrity Insurance, the fifth largest Florida domiciled residential property insurer, has in excess of 300,000 customers and is represented by more than 1,000 independent agents. The Tampa-based company offers sound and comprehensive property insurance solutions, including traditional home insurance and coverage for vacant homes, condominiums, manufactured homes, dwelling fire, umbrella, golf cart, X-Wind policies, cyber coverage, and small boat coverage.

For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.aiiflorida.com, call 866-968-8390, or connect with the company on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or Instagram.

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The second week of March, Phoenix announced that as part of its response to the new coronavirus crisis, it would not cut off water to people's homes, even if they couldn't pay their bills.

For the homes whose water service had already been cut off for delinquency, the city would restore "low-flow" water service, it promised, starting March 12.

But the Water Services Department, which has more than 1.5millioncustomers, so far has not been applying that edict equally across all homes, because it hasn't had the right parts, known as restrictor plates, to fit certain sizes of water meters, according to an employee of the Water Services Department.

Houses with water meters that are three-quarters or five-eighths of an inch in diameter have had their water curtailed with the installation of a small, fibrous disk punched with a hole the size of a pinhead, that employee said, but to date, those with one-inch meters have not.

A restrictor plate, next to a nickel.

New Times source

Families who get the low flow barely have enough water to shower, he said.

The employee, who requested anonymity out of fear of retaliation, contacted Phoenix New Times because "there is no civil, moral, ethical reason for this practice to be implemented at this time."

He added,At a time when being sanitary is such a need, were going to restrict their water flow?

Other major utilities, including Arizona Public Service, Salt River Project, and Tucson Electric Power, have halted all shutoffs for nonpayment for as long as the COVID-19 crisis lasts.

Another person, who has close knowledge of the restrictions and requested anonymity for fear of retaliation, confirmed both of the worker's claims.

For people in homes with smaller water meters, "you're getting a trickle of water from the city," that person said, but for the people in homes with larger water meters, the flow has stayed the same.

"How is that fair?" the person asked. "Just leave everybody on until this is over. Please!"

Both sources said that the city should not be curtailing people's water during an unprecedented health crisis, when both hygiene and compassion are more important than ever.

The Water Services Department disputed that it discriminates as it restricts the flow of water to people's homes. It also says it has enough parts to restrict water meters of all sizes.

"Your information is incorrect. We do have 1-inch low-flow devices," spokesperson Stephanie Bracken told New Times.

After being shown an email, obtained by New Times, from a Water Services Department supervisor from March 17 that explicitly said,"1[-inch] and greater restrictor plates are not available," Bracken said that on that day, the city did not have those specific restrictor plates.

She also said that when the pandemic first hit, the city's priority was to restore service to customers who had been cut off, and that "we did not at that time have enough low-flow devices on hand for all customers that were delinquent."

But in the weeks since, she said, "We have been able to regroup and get the plates in stock," adding that those larger plates had come in "recently" and were "manufactured in-house by staff."

However, the Water Services Department employee said Thursday that those plates were still not available, although he knew the city was "working on them"; Bracken said that the parts might not yet have reached all workers.

According to the department employee and the person with close knowledge of the matter,since the city announced its new policy, ithas returned water service (albeit a restricted flow) to 900 homes whose water had been cut for unpaid bills.

Bracken said that the city is still installing restrictor plates on delinquent accounts and "expect[s] to be caught up in about two weeks."

She disputed the claim that the restricted water supply, which she said flows at a rate of nearly a half-gallon per minute, isn't enough for people to live on.

Water flowing out of a faucet at a half-gallon per minute.

Elizabeth Whitman

"The amount of water customers receive on low-flow service is more than adequate for cooking, cleaning, and sanitation," she said. "Although low-flow water service for residential customers requires adjustment, revenue collection is necessary to avoid an even greater community disaster in which there is not enough money to continue to operate and maintain the public drinking water system."

She added, "Our focus is on helping customers that are in difficult financial circumstances by offering payment arrangements ... and by continuing to provide water service in lieu of disconnections through our low-flow program."

The department employee said that the actual rate of water flow can vary, depending on water pressure and other factors. He estimated the flow to be about half of what Bracken said about a quart per minute and said that if the tiny hole in the disk gets clogged, it becomes even slower or might stop entirely.

He also said the city's policy puts workers in a difficult position, forcing them to go to people's homes and telling families their water will be severely curtailed during a time of incredible anxiety. Employees don't want to do it, he said.

"Theres been people crying," he said. "Some people are pretty desperate right now."

Elizabeth Whitman is a staff writer for Phoenix New Times.

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LCI Industries (NYSE:LCII) was downgraded by Zacks Investment Research from a strong-buy rating to a hold rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Friday, Zacks.com reports.

According to Zacks, LCI Industries is a supplier of components to the recreational vehicle and manufactured housing industries as well as adjacent industries including bus, cargo and equestrian trailer, marine and heavy truck. The companys product portfolio includes awnings, suspension enhancement, chassis, doors and laminates, electronics, interior, software and apps, windows and glass, thermoformed bath and kitchen products. LCI Industries, formerly known as formerly Drew Industries Incorporated, is based in Elkhart, Indiana.

A number of other analysts have also issued reports on the stock. ValuEngine upgraded shares of LCI Industries from a sell rating to a hold rating in a research report on Wednesday, March 18th. Robert W. Baird decreased their target price on shares of LCI Industries from $100.00 to $76.00 and set an outperform rating on the stock in a research report on Monday. CL King upgraded shares of LCI Industries from a neutral rating to a buy rating and set a $105.00 target price on the stock in a research report on Thursday, March 12th. Finally, Sidoti upgraded shares of LCI Industries from a neutral rating to a buy rating and set a $102.00 target price on the stock in a research report on Tuesday, March 17th. Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the companys stock. The stock currently has an average rating of Buy and a consensus target price of $101.00.

LCI Industries (NYSE:LCII) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, February 11th. The company reported $1.14 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the Zacks consensus estimate of $1.06 by $0.08. LCI Industries had a net margin of 6.18% and a return on equity of 19.20%. The firm had revenue of $564.00 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $554.35 million. During the same quarter last year, the business earned $0.82 earnings per share. LCI Industriess revenue was up 5.0% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, equities analysts expect that LCI Industries will post 7.05 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

In related news, Director David A. Reed sold 10,000 shares of the firms stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, January 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $110.04, for a total transaction of $1,100,400.00. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. 3.30% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in LCII. Russell Investments Group Ltd. acquired a new position in shares of LCI Industries in the 3rd quarter valued at $381,000. Stifel Financial Corp boosted its holdings in shares of LCI Industries by 11.5% in the 3rd quarter. Stifel Financial Corp now owns 8,631 shares of the companys stock valued at $788,000 after purchasing an additional 890 shares during the last quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System boosted its holdings in shares of LCI Industries by 1.2% in the 3rd quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System now owns 38,028 shares of the companys stock valued at $3,493,000 after purchasing an additional 454 shares during the last quarter. Barclays PLC boosted its holdings in shares of LCI Industries by 12.8% in the 3rd quarter. Barclays PLC now owns 44,505 shares of the companys stock valued at $4,088,000 after purchasing an additional 5,034 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Voloridge Investment Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of LCI Industries in the 3rd quarter valued at $432,000. Institutional investors own 96.88% of the companys stock.

About LCI Industries

LCI Industries, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and supplies components for the manufacturers of recreational vehicles (RVs) and adjacent industries in the United States and internationally. It operates in two segments, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Aftermarket. The OEM segment manufactures or distributes various components for the OEMs of RVs and adjacent industries, including buses; trailers used to haul boats, livestock, equipment, and other cargo; travel trailers, fifth-wheel travel trailers, folding camping trailers, and truck campers; trucks; pontoon boats; trains; manufactured homes; and modular housing.

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Its not a zombie apocalypse, but surely some have wondered about the lights staying on during the coronavirus crisis.

Good news: those who generate your electricity, treat your water and collect your trash are still working, even as many Arlington residents with the notable exception of healthcare workers, public safety personnel and grocery store employees, among others stay at home.

There are plans for keeping these unsung heroes safe and on the job, officials say.

Arlingtons Dept. of Environmental Services, which is responsible for waste collection, water service, road maintenance and other critical infrastructure, says it is implementing plans drawn up for disaster situations.

We have implemented acontinuityof operational services plan (COOP) to ensure operations and critical services continue, and are practicing social distancing to protect staff, including staggering start times to avoid large groups, DES spokeswoman Katie OBrien tells ARLnow. Crews are also being encouraged to follow CDC guidelines like washing hands for 20 seconds or using an alcohol-based sanitizer when water isnt available.

Waste collection workers are keeping their distance from one another, when possible, and wearing more protective gear, OBrien said.

Residential trash, recycling and yard waste curbside collection is expected to continue, she noted. Currently, our hauler has suspended bulk curbside collection for residential customers until further notice. This includes furniture, mattresses and any appliances larger than a standard microwave.

To keep water infrastructure everything from water mains to sewer lines to the countys water treatment plant running at a time when everyone is being encouraged to wash their hands frequently, planned maintenance involving water outages are being avoided.

DES has limited or postponed planned water shutdowns to minimize service impacts on customers and focus our resources on maintaining our systems, OBrien said.

Other mitigation steps in place include modified schedules andrear boarding for ART buses, and reduced staff and schedules but continued operations for traffic signal maintenance and repairs, signfabricationand repairs, markings, and meter repairs.

Dominion Energy, meanwhile, says it is prepared for situations like this.

Customers can expect continued, reliable service, said spokeswoman Peggy Fox. Our crews are standing by to respond to any customer-service issues.

That includes outages, like the one the Ballston area experienced earlier today.

Our line workers will still be responding to service interruptions, Fox said. If you experience a power outage, the best way to report it is online or through our mobile app.

On the electricity generation side, power plants are still humming and Dominion says procedures are in place to ensure employee safety and continuity.

We are staffing our power stations to ensure we continue to provide our customers with reliable energy 24/7 [and]have adjusted our staffing plans so employees who perform the same roles are spread across different shifts or days of the week, she said. For employees who cannot work remotely, we are sanitizing our facilities at the end of each shift and encouraging safe hygiene practices.To limit exposure, we have restricted access to our facilities.

As for Dominion workers who become ill with the virus, Fox said that they will be told to self-quarantine for 14 days.

Other employees will step in to ensure essential work gets done, just as they do when a colleague goes on vacation, she said.

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Fraudsters are praying on people's uncertainty and fear to convince them to hand over their money for substandard goods, services they don't need, and scams.

In Lancashire, the county council received a report of a doorstep cold caller in South Ribble who attempted to charge an elderly man 3,500 for power washing his driveway. Trading standards is looking into this issue.

The police have also received reports of door to door sales people offering "home coronavirus testing kits". Please be aware, such items are fake, no such testing facility is currently available to the public in the UK.

The police have also received reports of cold callers selling hand sanitiser, masks and rubber gloves and, while this may not be a scam, Trading Standards would warn people against buying these items from anyone other than recognised retailers.

Meanwhile, school meal scam reports are emerging. Parents are being asked to provide bank details to retain a free school meal entitlement. People should never do this and report these scams to the county council.

County Coun. Albert Atkinson, cabinet member for technical services, rural affairs and waste management, said: "There really is no limit to the lengths fraudsters will go in order to con people out of their money.

"Unfortunately, they are taking advantage of the coronavirus outbreak to scam vulnerable people.

"We're doing everything we can to make people aware of these scams as they are reported. I'd urge people to be particularly vigilant at the moment and keep a look out for their neighbours.

"Always say no to cold callers, and be suspicious of any unsolicited communications via phone, email or post.

"People can always call our Citizen's Advice Consumer Helpline if they're unsure and need advice, or to report a scam.

"Keep an eye on our Scambuster Stan Facebook page for the latest scam alerts."

Other national and international scams include

Callers and emailers advising that they have coronavirus symptoms, have large amounts of money waiting in a bank account to be claimed and asking people to email for further information at which point they may part with key personal details, leading to them losing money via the scam.

A fraudulent COVID-19 tax refund offer. People are being invited to click on a link to a bogus government web page and complete with key personal/financial details

Scam emails claiming to be from researchers asking for donations - downloading to a fake Microsoft login page requesting email and passwords.

Fraudulent sellers offering facemasks and other safety equipment. People should always use known, reputable online suppliers. Trading standards recommends that any transactions over 100 should be paid by credit card for extra protection.

Hackers are sending emails pretending to be from the World Health Organisation. The email claims that the attached document details how recipients can prevent the spread of the disease. Clicking on the attachment gives the hackers the opportunity to infect the computer with malicious software. If you would like to read information given out by the WHO, go directly to their official website.

Trading Standards advice is to be alert. Never respond to emails if you don't know the sender and don't click on links and divulge personal details.

County Coun. Atkinson added: "Suspicious websites and fake emails are also being used to spread scams around.

"Don't act on the emails if you don't know the sender or think the email looks suspicious. Never click on the link.

"Please check with Trading standards if you are unsure."

Contact the Trading Standards Service via the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on 0808 2231133 or at https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/get-more-help/report-to-trading-standards/.

Lancashire County Council's Safe Trader Scheme can help you find a trader in your area, contact 0303 333 1111 or go to http://www.safetrader.org.uk.

Follow the Scambuster Stan Facebook page to keep up-to-date with all the latest scam alerts: https://www.facebook.com/StanleyDards/

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People in Lancashire are being warned to watch out for a fresh wave of coronavirus-inspired scams.

Trading standards experts say fraudsters are preying on peoples uncertainty and fear to convince them to hand over their money for substandard goods, services they dont need, and scams.

In Lancashire, Trading Standards received a report of a doorstep cold caller in South Ribble who attempted to charge an elderly man 3,500 for power washing his driveway. Trading standards is looking into this issue.

The police have also received reports of door-to-door sales people offering home Coronavirus testing kits. Experts say these items are fake, and no such testing facility is currently available to the public in the UK.

There have also been reports of cold callers selling hand sanitiser, masks and rubber gloves and, whilst this may not be a scam, Trading Standards would warn people against buying these items from anyone other than recognised retailers.

Meanwhile, school meal scam reports are emerging. Parents are being asked to provide bank details to retain a free school meal entitlement. People should never do this and report these scams to the county council.

County Councillor Albert Atkinson, cabinet member for technical services, rural affairs and waste management, said: There really is no limit to the lengths fraudsters will go in order to con people out of their money.

Unfortunately, they are taking advantage of the coronavirus outbreak to scam vulnerable people.

Were doing everything we can to make people aware of these scams as they are reported. Id urge people to be particularly vigilant at the moment and keep a look out for their neighbours.

Always say no to cold callers, and be suspicious of any unsolicited communications via phone, email or post.

People can always call our Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline if theyre unsure and need advice, or to report a scam.

Keep an eye on our Scambuster Stan Facebook page for the latest scam alerts.

Other national and international scams include

Callers and emailers advising that they have coronavirus symptoms, have large amounts of money waiting in a bank account to be claimed and asking people to email for further information at which point they may part with key personal details, leading to them losing money via the scam.

A fraudulent COVID-19 tax refund offer. People are being invited to click on a link to a bogus government web page and complete with key personal/financial details

Scam emails claiming to be from researchers asking for donations - downloading to a fake Microsoft login page requesting email and passwords.

Fraudulent sellers offering facemasks and other safety equipment. People should always use known, reputable online suppliers. Trading standards recommends that any transactions over 100 should be paid by credit card for extra protection.

Hackers are sending emails pretending to be from the World Health Organisation. The email claims that the attached document details how recipients can prevent the spread of the disease. Clicking on the attachment gives the hackers the opportunity to infect the computer with malicious software. If you would like to read information given out by the WHO, go directly to their official website.

Trading Standards advice is to be alert. Never respond to emails if you dont know the sender and dont click on links and divulge personal details.

County Councillor Atkinson added: Suspicious websites and fake emails are also being used to spread scams around.

Dont act on the emails if you dont know the sender or think the email looks suspicious. Never click on the link.

Please check with Trading standards if you are unsure.

Contact the Trading Standards Service via the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on 0808 2231133 or at https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/get-more-help/report-to-trading-standards/.

Lancashire County Councils Safe Trader Scheme can help you find a trader in your area, contact 0303 333 1111 or go to http://www.safetrader.org.uk.

Follow the Scambuster Stan Facebook page to keep up-to-date with all the latest scam alerts: https://www.facebook.com/StanleyDards/

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