Confusion over workmen invillage

South Ayrshire Council has allayed fears that bogus workmen were operating in a village.

It comes after residents in Dailly were last week advised to be on their guard after reports of workmen ‘acting suspiciously’ in the area. Dailly Community Council issued the warning after they were alerted by a resident.

In a statement, the group said: “A concerned resident has brought to our

attention that two men in hi-vis jackets entered a garden and appeared to be measuring the dimensions of a house, without obtaining permission.”

Dailly Community Council said they contacted the council ito confirm if the men were working on their behalf

but were told the local authority had “not commissioned” any companies to undertake survey work in Wood Street.

However, the local authority laters issued a statement saying that government-approved workmen were in Wood Street and carrying out surveys of some properties.

A spokesperson said: “Survey works are taking place across South Ayrshire as part of the Scottish Government’s

Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Scheme. We can confirm that contractors were in Wood Stree to survey properties, with a view to making the homes more energy efficient.”

People are reminded to be on guard if someone turns up unexpectedly turns up on their doors.

There are a few simple tips to stop people being preyed on by ruthless conmen.

Keep front and back doors locked.

Use the door viewer or nearby window when answering the door.

Fit a door chain or bar, use it and keep it on when talking to callers at the doorIf you’re not sure, don’t answer the door.

Don’t feel embarrassed, genuine callers expect you to be careful.

Police say always ask for identification badges of anyone you answer the door to, but don’t rely on them.

Identity cards can be faked - phone the company to verify their identity.

Any suspicious activity and criminality should be reported immediately to police, by calling 101, or an in emergency dial 999.