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Two projects show what can be achieved by engaging with the local community
Posted 30 June 2021 | JoTS Online
Content Tags: Analysis|Enforcement Practice|London
ANALYSIS: Innovative community engagement transformed the fight against illicit Hajj travel fraud and illegal tobacco in Tower Hamlets, showing how trusted local relationships can strengthen enforcement, support legitimate businesses and better protect consumers.
According to the most recently available Census data, more than two thirds of the residents of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets belong to minority ethnic groups and the district is home to the largest Bangladeshi community in England. By working with residents to curb unscrupulous business practices which inflict harm within their community, Tower Hamlets Trading Standards has built up trust...
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