JoTS Video Library

The Journal of Trading Standards Video Library brings together a collection of videos produced by (and for) the Journal of Trading Standards, covering a broad range of subjects affecting consumers, businesses and regulatory professionals.

The library includes expert interviews, conference presentations, and practical guidance on topics such as online shopping, product safety, scams, counterfeit goods, food standards, consumer rights and the evolving role of Trading Standards. Together, these videos provide valuable insight into the profession's work, highlighting key issues, sharing expert knowledge and showcasing important initiatives from across the consumer protection landscape.

Video Guides

Video Guide: How to Buy Safely Online

Originally published: 15 November 2018; We're supporting the OECD global campaign to raise awareness of product safety online. Faulty goods can cause devastation, know the risks and buy safely.

Video Guide: Know Your Rights Online

Originally published: 26 November 2018; For National Consumer Week 2018, Journal of Trading Standards has released this video guide to help you to understand your rights and responsibilities online.

Video Guide: Fireworks - Think Safe

Originally published: 23 October 2020; With all the sparkle it’s easy to forget how dangerous fireworks can be. With some public displays cancelled this year due to Covid-19 restrictions on mass gatherings, this video will help those wishing to enjoy fireworks at home do so safely.

Video Guide: How to use Fireworks Safely

Originally published: 30 October 2018; The history of fireworks is intertwined with that of pyrotechnic weaponry and fireworks can be extremely dangerous if used incorrectly, follow these guidelines and enjoy them safely.

Video Guide: Staying Safe at Halloween

Originally published: 24 October 2018; Watch this video and follow the guidelines to keep children and others safe if you're celebrating Halloween this year.

Video Guide: Staying Safe at Christmas #1

Originally published: 19 December 2018; Christmas can be a very dangerous time of year from a product safety perspective. We offer some advice to make sure you have a Christmas to remember for all the right reasons.

Video Guide: Staying Safe at Christmas #2

Originally published: 19 December 2018.

Video Guide: Understand Product Safety Recalls

Originally published: 30 November 2018; The PAS 7100 code is the first Government-backed code of practice for product safety recalls in the UK. Find out what it says and how you can get your free copy.

Video Guide: Laser Pointers are not Toys

Originally published: 10 December 2018; Laser pointers are increasingly easy to access and getting more popular with young people, but they can be extremely dangerous and should not be used as playthings.

Video Guide: Blind Cords can Kill

Originally published: 17 October 2019; Looped blind cords and chains can strangle babies and young children. But there are simple steps you can take to keep them out of reach,. Watch this advice video to help keep little ones safe.

Video Guide: Brexit Advice for Businesses

Originally published: 04 March 2019; Latest Brexit advice to businesses from the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. Check https://www.gov.uk/euexit for further information.

Video Interviews

Interview: Martin Lewis

Originally published: 25 June 2018.

Interview: Graham Russell, OPSS

Originally published: 26 July 2019; Graham Russell, CEO of the Office for Product Safety & Standards talks to Journal of Trading Standards editor, Richard Young, at the CTSI Symposium 2019.

Interview: Peter McVeigh

Originally published: 11 July 2018.

Interview: Jon Walters, Citizen's Advice

Originally published: 18 September 2018.

Interview: Cllr. James Evans

Originally published: 16 July 2019; Councillor James Evans of Powys County Council talks to Journal of Trading Standards editor, Richard Young, at the CTSI Symposium 2019.