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Why Trading Standards could learn a thing or two from artists and online influencers
Posted 26 February 2025 | JoTS Online
Content Tags: Opinion|Inside Trading Standards|National
OPINION: Trading Standards cannot protect modern consumers or attract future talent from the sidelines. A direct call for the profession to engage with digital culture, diverse communities and social media on their own terms.
Let’s be real for a second. If I told you Trading Standards could be as exciting as a Bugzy Malone ft. J Hus & Skepta chart-topping grime track, or a viral TikTok trend, you’d probably roll your eyes, right? But guess what? You’re still reading. That means I’ve got your attention. And that, my friends, is the point.
Social media isn’t just for mindless scrolling or viral dances. I...
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