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Posted: 07 July 2021
UPDATES: The latest in a long line of scams to emerge from the COVID-...
Posted: 07 July 2021
UPDATES: A recent case in which Birmingham Trading Standards successf...
Posted: 05 July 2021
ANALYSIS: “This isn’t just about finance and consumer detriment...
Posted: 05 July 2021
OPINION: As the Minister for Small Business, Consumers and Labour Mar...
Posted: 30 June 2021
ANALYSIS: Innovative community engagement transformed the fight against illicit Hajj travel fraud and illegal tobacco in Tower Hamlets, showing how trusted local relationships can strengthen enforcement, support legitimate businesses and better protect consumers.
Posted: 30 June 2021
OPINION: Brexit, the pandemic and shifting consumer behaviour have exposed deep structural pressures on trading standards. Solving the profession's future requires fitting together every piece of an increasingly complex policy and enforcement puzzle.
Posted: 30 June 2021
ANALYSIS: Persistent illicit tobacco retailers demand more than repeated raids. This examination argues for targeting landlords and using stronger Proceeds of Crime powers to disrupt the business model behind organised criminal supply.
Posted: 30 June 2021
ANALYSIS: Taking charge of a busy trading standards service brings immediate operational pressures, but also opportunities to drive improvement. A new service leader reflects on priorities, leadership and building resilient teams for the future.
Posted: 28 June 2021
UPDATES: Gateshead's Metrology Laboratory has been recognised for the vital contribution its specialist calibration work made to the UK's COVID-19 response, supporting accurate measurements across vaccine production and other critical activities.
Posted: 24 June 2021
UPDATES: CTSI is warning consumers about convincing parcel delivery text scams designed to harvest personal and financial information, urging extra vigilance as online shopping and home deliveries continue to grow.
Posted: 21 June 2021
UPDATES: A new series of short videos brings together practical scam prevention advice from consumer protection organisations across the UK, helping people recognise fraud and protect themselves from increasingly sophisticated criminals.
Posted: 18 June 2021
ANALYSIS: From business compliance visits and PPE checks to tackling pandemic scams, trading standards services adapted rapidly during COVID-19. Case studies highlight the profession's resilience, flexibility and essential public protection role.
Posted: 18 June 2021
OPINION: Newly elected CTSI Board members outline their priorities for the Institute's future, discussing professional leadership, consumer protection, governance and how trading standards can strengthen its influence and public profile.
Posted: 16 June 2021
UPDATES: CTSI has welcomed progress identified in an independent review of the UK's product safety regime while urging continued modernisation, stronger collaboration and improved public engagement on product safety risks.
Posted: 15 June 2021
UPDATES: New research from Citizens Advice reveals the scale of scam activity across the UK, who is most at risk of becoming a victim, and why awareness, reporting and prevention remain critical consumer protection priorities.
Posted: 14 June 2021
ANALYSIS: Former police officer Graham Mogg explains how decades of investigative experience led to the creation of WRi Group, and discusses the evolving fight against counterfeit goods, organised criminal networks and the protection of brands and consumers.
Posted: 11 June 2021
ANALYSIS: Gazumping remains a frustrating reality for buyers in England and Wales. This guide examines the legal position, practical safeguards available during a property purchase and the steps buyers can take to reduce the risk.
Posted: 11 June 2021
UPDATES: As the UK International Consumer Centre continues supporting shoppers after Brexit, its remit has expanded beyond Europe. The article explains how the service is evolving and what help remains available to consumers buying from overseas.
Posted: 10 June 2021
UPDATES: A trader supplying illicit and counterfeit tobacco has been jailed following a Trading Standards investigation, highlighting the health risks, criminality and enforcement action targeting the illegal tobacco market.
Posted: 03 June 2021
UPDATES: Fraudsters exploited Census deadlines with convincing text-message scams designed to steal financial information. Trading Standards warns consumers how the scam works and the simple checks that can prevent becoming a victim.
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