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CCAS goes from strength to strength


The Consumer Codes Approval Scheme has seen a surge in membership this year

Richard Young

Posted 06 May 2020 | JoTS Online


Content Tags:  Updates|Consumer Goods and Services|National


UPDATES: The Consumer Codes Approval Scheme recorded strong growth in business membership and consumer spending protected, with almost £135bn of transactions now covered by approved codes amid heightened concern about consumer confidence during Covid-19.

The Consumer Codes Approval Scheme (CCAS) reported significant increases in its membership and consumer spending this year. CCAS promotes codes of practice for different industries which meet core criteria. CTSI administers the scheme, which intends to improve UK business practices and create a better commercial environment for business and consumer alike.

In what was an excellent year fo...

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