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Company fined for misuse of logos


A company director who used accreditation logos without authorisation has been fined

Richard Young

Posted 08 January 2024 | JoTS Online


Content Tags:  Updates|Property and Housing|Wales


UPDATES: A property maintenance director has been prosecuted after falsely displaying recognised trade accreditation logos and claiming membership of certification schemes. The case highlights how misleading endorsements can distort competition and undermine consumer confidence.

The director of a property maintenance company has admitted misusing accreditation logos to promote his business following an investigation and prosecution by Anglesey Trading Standards.

Kris Elize, sole director of Precision Property Maintenance Ltd, of Menai Bridge, came to the attention of Anglesey Trading Standards in January 2023 when the team received a complaint that his business w...

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