Warning over bank holiday fakes
Staffordshire Trading Standards is urging people to avoid buying counterfeit goods
Posted 21 May 2019 | JoTS Online
Content Tags: Updates|Counterfeit Goods|West Midlands
UPDATES: Staffordshire Trading Standards is warning shoppers to avoid counterfeit goods at bank holiday markets and car boot sales, highlighting the safety risks posed by fake alcohol, perfume, sunglasses, tobacco and toys.
<span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black;">While providing a family day out where people can pick up a bargain, market events can attract traders selling counterfeit and illicit goods. </span>
<span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black;">Staffordshire County Council’s trading standards team coordinates...
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