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In the Spotlight - Nazir Ali
Posted: 29/03/2024
This month we profile Nazir Ali, as he talks about his journey from being a trainee Trading Standards Officer to Service Manager for London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, as well as how he adapts his role during Ramadan.
Celebrate... a colourful Holi
Posted: 25/03/2024
25th March 2024 : Millions of people are celebrating Holi, known as the festival of colours, at home and abroad. We have added some top tips to keep you safe whilst celebrating.
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Posted: 21/03/2024
21st March 2024 : The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on 21st March. At CTSI we want to highlight our members, around the country, who Fight Racism on a daily basis - and showcase the great work they have done with us.
Celebrate... Neurodiversity Awareness Week
Posted: 18/03/2024
18th-24th March 2024 : This week we celebrate Neurodiversity, promoting the differences between how people think, process information, behave and communicate. Around 15-20% of the population has a neurological difference.
Celebrate... World Consumer Rights Day
Posted: 15/03/2024
15th March 2024 : Every year, the consumer movement and other influential actors come together to celebrate World Consumer Rights Day to raise global awareness on consumer rights, protection and empowerment.
Celebrate... International Women's Day
Posted: 08/03/2024
8th March 2024 : Women working in Trading Standards have been paving the way within the profession to push new barriers and progress in their careers. Women are now accepted in a once traditional-male role and IWD celebrates women’s social, economic, cultural and political achievements and gender quality.
In the Spotlight - James Munro, CTSI Chair
Posted: 29/02/2024
Here we profile James Munro, as he talks about his journey from being a Technical Assistant in Trading Standards to CTSI Chair.
In the Spotlight - Alison Farrar
Posted: 31/01/2024
This month we profile Alison Farrar, an Operations Manager for the National Trading Standards team as well as our Lead Officer for Property and Lettings and Consumer Education.
