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Journal of Trading Standards, Online Edition - JoTS Online

Welcome to the Journal of Trading Standards online edition, JoTS Online. Browse through our latest Articles - including Analysis, Opinion Pieces, Features and a selection of articles from our acclaimed print journal.

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CTSI warns on timeshare scams

Posted: 27 July 2018

UPDATES: Holidaymakers are being reminded to think carefully before accepting invitations to timeshare presentations. CTSI outlines the legal protections in place, the long-term financial commitments involved and the warning signs of high-pressure sales tactics.
 

Southwark confronts 'modern slavery'

Posted: 22 July 2018

UPDATES: Southwark Council's investigation into a licensed shop uncovered serious licensing breaches, smuggled alcohol and workers living in exploitative conditions, leading to licence revocation and wider action against modern slavery.
 

£1.6m POCA order for Operation Gleam

Posted: 25 June 2018

ANALYSIS: Operation Gleam began with unsafe tooth-whitening products at the Royal Welsh Show and grew into a multi-agency fraud investigation exposing eight years of phoenix companies, misleading sales and dangerous peroxide levels. Powys Trading Standards’ £1.6m POCA order showed how persistence, regional cooperation and financial investigation can turn a local enquiry into serious enforcement.
 

New measures to beat nuisance calls

Posted: 11 June 2018

UPDATES: New government proposals would allow the Information Commissioner’s Office to fine company directors personally for nuisance marketing, closing a loophole used by firms that liquidate and restart under new names. The measures sit alongside tougher direct marketing rules, better data sharing with Ofcom and funding for call blockers to protect vulnerable consumers.
 

Crypto fraudsters fake celeb backing

Posted: 18 May 2018

UPDATES: Fraudsters are exploiting celebrity endorsements and social media to promote bogus cryptocurrency investments, using familiar faces to build false credibility and persuade consumers to part with substantial sums.
 

Matt Allwright: Offensive Weapons

Posted: 12 May 2018

OPINION: Matt Allwright reflects on the debate surrounding offensive weapons, including so-called zombie knives, asking whether legislation alone can tackle the problem and what role enforcement and wider society should play.
 

CBO for 'cancer cure' claim man

Posted: 20 April 2018

UPDATES: National Trading Standards secured a conviction and Criminal Behaviour Order against a businessman who falsely claimed he could treat serious illnesses including cancer through blood tests, diet and unauthorised products after he ignored Advertising Standards Authority rulings.
 

A brush with art fraud

Posted: 15 January 2018

ANALYSIS: An investigation into fake works attributed to Cornish artist Alfred Wallis reveals how forensic examination, inter-authority cooperation and careful analysis of provenance prevented consumers from spending up to £125,000 on forged artwork, while highlighting the importance of due diligence for auction houses.
 

Getting a trial ready for court

Posted: 15 January 2018

ANALYSIS: A failed prosecution over copycat government websites shows how careful case preparation, realistic charging decisions and evidential clarity can determine whether consumer protection cases withstand scrutiny in court.