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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News Category Tags: Crime, Product Safety, Health and Safety, Counterfeit Goods, Retail, Animal Health and Welfare, Legal and Policy, Enforcement Practice, Product Recalls, Property and Housing, Automotive, Vapes, Business, CTSI Conference, CTSI Hero Awards.

CTSI marks Black History Month

Posted: 20 October 2022

UPDATES: CTSI London Branch marked Black History Month with sessions on hidden Black history, race legislation and the importance of cultural understanding in helping Trading Standards engage fairly with diverse communities and businesses.

CTSI sounds alarm on Avian Flu

Posted: 18 October 2022

UPDATES: CTSI warns that the UK's unprecedented avian flu outbreak is placing heavy demands on Trading Standards teams, whose local relationships and multi-agency work are central to disease control and public advice.

Public warned of illegal fireworks

Posted: 18 October 2022

UPDATES: Consumers are being urged to buy fireworks only from licensed retailers as Trading Standards warns that illegally sold products pose serious safety risks ahead of bonfire celebrations.

Rogue builder jailed for serial offences

Posted: 13 October 2022

UPDATES: A persistent rogue builder has been jailed after repeatedly targeting consumers with substandard work, leaving victims to pay thousands more to rectify dangerous and defective repairs.

Fake watch seller to serve time

Posted: 12 October 2022

UPDATES: A Falkirk Trading Standards investigation into counterfeit luxury watches sold online has resulted in a prison sentence, highlighting the continuing fight against intellectual property crime.

Caravan hire fraudster fined

Posted: 06 October 2022

UPDATES: A fraudster who accepted payments for caravan holidays that never materialised has been fined following a Trading Standards investigation into a series of holiday booking scams.

CTSI issues warning on energy scams

Posted: 05 October 2022

UPDATES: CTSI is warning consumers to stay alert to energy-related scams as criminals exploit the cost-of-living crisis through bogus suppliers, doorstep sales and fraudulent communications.

North West clamps down on rogues

Posted: 04 October 2022

UPDATES: A coordinated enforcement initiative across the North West has targeted rogue traders through inspections, intelligence gathering and business engagement aimed at preventing doorstep crime.

Record illegal vape haul in Salford

Posted: 03 October 2022

UPDATES: Salford Trading Standards has seized a record haul of illegal vaping products, demonstrating the scale of illicit sales and the growing enforcement response to non-compliant devices.

Chimney sweep conmen guilty

Posted: 03 October 2022

UPDATES: A father and son who conned elderly householders into paying for unnecessary chimney work have received suspended prison sentences following a lengthy Trading Standards investigation.

Interview: Tendy Lindsay

Posted: 30 September 2022

OPINION: CTSI Chair Tendy Lindsay reflects on why diversity and inclusion must be embedded throughout the profession, from recruitment and qualifications to enforcement, leadership and community engagement.

Newport stubs out illegal tobacco shops

Posted: 28 September 2022

UPDATES: Coordinated action against illegal tobacco sales has seen Newport businesses sanctioned as Trading Standards and partner agencies intensify efforts to disrupt organised criminal supply.

Scammers exploit cost-of-living woes

Posted: 28 September 2022

ANALYSIS: New fraud data shows scammers exploiting cost-of-living support, with bogus energy rebates, council tax refunds and payment messages mimicking official schemes. The warning highlights how financial pressure is creating fresh opportunities for criminals.