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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Posted: 31 May 2022
ANALYSIS: As ministers revisit the use of imperial measurements, this examines the practical, economic and regulatory implications of reintroducing imperial markings, asking whether the proposal would benefit consumers or simply create unnecessary complexity.
Posted: 30 May 2022
UPDATES: CTSI has renewed calls for greater clarity and a full impact assessment as proposals to expand the use of imperial measurements continue, warning that uncertainty could create unnecessary costs and confusion for businesses, enforcers and consumers.
Posted: 09 May 2022
SPONSORED: Consumer protection applies as much to diamonds as to everyday essentials. This piece argues that product confidence, accurate descriptions and effective enforcement remain vital even in markets often seen as luxury purchases.
Posted: 03 December 2021
UPDATES: An investigation by Ealing Council Trading Standards resulted in a jeweller being prosecuted for hallmarking offences, underlining the importance of compliance and the protection that hallmarking provides for consumers.
Posted: 07 July 2021
UPDATES: A recent case in which Birmingham Trading Standards successf...
Posted: 03 March 2021
ANALYSIS: Misleading 'copycat' packaging can distort consumer choice even without counterfeiting. Examining the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations, this article explores how trading standards can gather evidence to demonstrate mistaken purchases, mistaken attribution and breaches of consumer law.
Posted: 17 February 2021
UPDATES: Trading Standards Scotland has joined the Scottish SPCA and partner organisations to tackle the rise in illegal puppy breeding, combining consumer advice, an assured breeder scheme and new technology to help buyers avoid low-welfare sellers fuelled by pandemic demand.
Posted: 21 January 2021
ANALYSIS: Copycat marketing sits at the intersection of branding, consumer perception and the law. This feature examines how imitation products mislead consumers and the legal principles used to tackle them.
Posted: 07 January 2021
ANALYSIS: Lookalike packaging continues to test the boundaries between competition and consumer confusion. This analysis explores how copycat brands influence purchasing decisions and the legal and regulatory issues they raise.
Posted: 26 November 2020
UPDATES: Soaring demand for puppies during lockdown has fuelled scams and irresponsible breeding. Find out the warning signs and the checks buyers should make before handing over money.
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