Consultations

What's the REAL Cost of Beauty?

CTSI's new campaign warns consumers about the terrifying dangers of using illegal and unsafe cosmetic products. Click here for more.

CTSI's Manifesto 2024

CTSI outlines the policies it wants the Next UK Government to focus on - including more funding for Trading Standards Services, better consumer education and protection, and measures to help businesses prosper and grow.

Apprenticeships in Trading Standards

CTSI is very happy to support Trading Standards Apprenticeships, as an alternative route to progression in this exciting sector. Visit our Apprenticeships Hub.

CTSI partners with CIEH for Conference

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) will be joining CTSI's Annual Conference 2024 on day 2 and 3 - at The Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds. Click here for more.

New clampdown on Fake Online Reviews

CTSI welcomes proposed strengthening of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Bill that promises to protect UK consumers from the scourge of fake online shopping reviews: "A positive step in the right direction".

UK Product Safety Certification

Are you responsible for the design, manufacture or distribution of consumer products? Or part of the supply chain? Our new Business Certificate of Competence in Product Safety (BCCPS) qualification may be for you - find out more.

Local Authority Funding Proposals

CTSI issues strong warning to Central Government that further cuts to vital Trading Standards Services will increase risks to local communities.

CTSI responds to consultations from government, business and other stakeholders on a diverse array of subjects. Our latest consultation responses can be accessed below, with a full record stored in the resource centre. Members interested in providing feedback to any of the ongoing consultations should contact [email protected]

CMA Misleading Green Claims Guidance CTSI Response

Posted: 19/07/21

CTSI response to the Competition and Markets Authority consultation into Misleading Green Claims Guidance.

DHSC Private COVID Testing Validation

Posted: 10/05/21

CTSI response to the DHSC Private COVID Testing Validation consultation

Review of the Food Law Code of Practice, Food Law Practice Guidance and implementation of the Competency Framework - England

Posted: 10/12/20

CTSI response to the Review of the Food Law Code of Practice, Food Law Practice Guidance and implementation of the Competency Framework - England.

CTSI Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements: Guidance for Traders

Posted: 22/11/19

The Chartered Trading Standards Institute invites you to submit your responses to this consultation document for business guidance on Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements.

CTSI Care Home Complaints: Business Guidance

Posted: 12/11/19

The Chartered Trading Standards Institute invites you to submit your responses to this consultation document for business guidance on care home complaints.