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.

Reinvesting in smarter services

Posted: 01 July 2019

SPONSORED: Leaders behind a major shared regulatory service explain why they adopted the Cx cloud platform, how it supports digital transformation and the efficiencies they expect across multiple public protection functions.

CPPD Module 16: Care Homes

Posted: 01 July 2019

DEVELOPMENT: Test your knowledge of consumer protection in the care homes sector with this CPD module, built around CTSI guidance following the CMA's review. The accompanying questions reinforce the legal duties and good practice expected of providers.

CCAS report shows achievements

Posted: 27 June 2019

ANALYSIS: The latest CCAS annual report highlights how approved consumer codes continue to strengthen consumer confidence, reduce detriment and raise standards, while showcasing the scheme's growth, achievements and measurable impact across participating sectors.

Loan shark victim receives Hero Award

Posted: 27 June 2019

UPDATES: A survivor of illegal money lending has received the CTSI Brian Smith Hero Award after helping bring loan sharks to justice, highlighting the life-changing work of enforcement teams supporting vulnerable victims.

Button cell batteries: know the danger

Posted: 27 June 2019

UPDATES: Small button cell batteries can cause catastrophic internal injuries when swallowed by children. This article explains the risks, the warning signs parents should recognise and the campaign to improve public awareness and product safety.

Surrey & Bucks helps 100 businesses

Posted: 24 June 2019

UPDATES: Surrey and Buckinghamshire Trading Standards has welcomed its 100th Primary Authority business, marking the milestone with a community project while highlighting how assured regulatory advice benefits both businesses and consumers.

Doing without... Regulators

Posted: 24 June 2019

OPINION: Rules can feel restrictive until we imagine life without them. Using everyday experiences to illustrate the point, this opinion piece argues that effective regulation underpins fair competition, consumer confidence and a functioning society.

‘Money mules’ brought to justice

Posted: 18 June 2019

UPDATES: Two men have been sentenced for laundering money obtained through a rogue trading fraud that cost a vulnerable pensioner £72,000, following a determined investigation by Southwark Council's trading standards team.

Woman jailed for £200,000 PPI fraud

Posted: 18 June 2019

UPDATES: A Welsh fraudster has been jailed after using a bogus PPI claims business to deceive hundreds of victims out of almost £200,000, bringing another successful trading standards prosecution against a persistent offender.

Cold Calling Control Zone launched

Posted: 18 June 2019

UPDATES: A new Cold Calling Control Zone in Keighley aims to protect residents from rogue traders and doorstep crime through partnership working, community awareness and visible deterrents across the neighbourhood.

Government issues Whirlpool recall

Posted: 13 June 2019

UPDATES: The government has escalated action over fire-risk Whirlpool tumble dryers by moving towards a formal recall, urging owners of affected appliances to unplug them immediately and seek the manufacturer's advice.

Real Deal hits 10-year milestone

Posted: 13 June 2019

UPDATES: The Real Deal Campaign marks its 10th anniversary after a decade of helping markets tackle counterfeit goods. The milestone highlights the partnership between trading standards, market operators and rights holders in protecting consumers and legitimate traders.

Obituary: Andrew William Mackay

Posted: 07 June 2019

UPDATES: Colleagues pay tribute to Andrew William Mackay, whose long career in Welsh trading standards, commitment to food standards and dedication to mentoring earned widespread respect across the profession and left a lasting legacy.

Global damage of IP theft revealed

Posted: 06 June 2019

ANALYSIS: New international research exposes the vast economic and criminal impact of intellectual property theft, showing how counterfeit goods and piracy fuel organised crime while placing businesses, consumers and governments under growing pressure.