No Cold Calling Zones
No Cold Calling Zones do not create exclusion zones but they can send a clear message to uninvited callers that they are not welcome. The trading practices of uninvited callers could be investigated if they cold-call residents within a zone.
No Cold Calling Zones can comprise of a whole or group of roads, streets, drives etc.
Some charitable organisations will not collect donations from residents living within No Cold Calling Zones.
If a company ignores a request not to call, you can report it to the Citizens Advice Consumer Service. Call 0808 223 1133 or complete a Citizens Advice complaint form.
Unfortunately, Hampshire Trading Standards is not able to progress new applications for No Cold Calling Zones. If you are having problems with uninvited doorstep callers you may find it helpful to display a notice which states "We do not buy goods or services at the door - please do not cold call".
Although some cold callers may choose to ignore this request, this poster provides something to refer to and may make it easier to say “No thank you”.