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Energy-efficiency pledges ‘undermined by lack of consumer confidence’
Posted: 18/06/2024
Party manifestos promise investment into a sector mired in confusion and rife with rogue traders.
NEW RESEARCH: Over Two Thirds of UK Beer and Wine Servings are Short Measures
Posted: 24/05/2024
New research findings published from UK Trading Standards.
General Election brings new opportunities for a renewed investment in Trading Standards
Posted: 23/05/2024
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) has welcomed the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s announcement after months of speculation that the next General Election will be held on the 4 July 2024.
CTSI supports CMA call for grocery stores to make accurate pricing a priority and co-badges business guidance materials
Posted: 09/05/2024
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has called for grocery stores to prioritise accurate pricing for consumers after finding inaccurate pricing in some stores.
New Laws to Protect Consumers from Cyber Criminals come into force in the UK
Posted: 29/04/2024
From today, regulations enforcing consumer protections against hacking and cyber-attacks will take effect, mandating that internet-connected smart devices meet minimum-security standards by law.
Enhanced Protection for New Home Buyers
Posted: 26/04/2024
The Approved Code Scheme is pleased to announce that Ark Insurance has successfully passed all the necessary stages and rigorous checks to become the latest Code Sponsor within the scheme.
Dangerous Illegal Cosmetic Products Pose Serious Health Risks for Consumers
Posted: 25/04/2024
Trading Standards warn public over harmful illegal cosmetic products for sale online.
CTSI meets the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Small Markets
Posted: 15/04/2024
Meeting Kevin Hollinrake, Minister for Business, Enterprise and Small Markets.
CTSI Warns of Criminals Targeting Mourners in our Local Communities
Posted: 28/03/2024
Consumer warning issued as Trading Standards concern over targets on bereaved loved ones increase.
Scottish Trading Standards puts Spotlight on Pricing and Short-Weight Issues Affecting Consumers
Posted: 25/03/2024
Scottish Trading Standards find that consumers across Scotland are continuing to lose out from pricing issues in convenience stores and unacceptable levels of short-weight goods that together are costing Scottish consumers £millions.
80% of Trading Standards Professionals Support the Smokefree Generation Policy
Posted: 20/03/2024
New CTSI research reveals overwhelming support from enforcement
Trading Standards Unveils Manifesto to Protect Consumers and Take On Criminals
Posted: 14/03/2024
Stronger protection at ports/borders, school lessons in consumer rights and licensing of tradesmen among measures proposed.
