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.

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.

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.

Government action on youth vaping

CTSI welcomes Government announcement on banning of disposable vapes and further strengthening of tools and resources for Trading Standards.

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.

Criminals use CTSI logo to Scam Thousands

Following further reports, CTSI urges UK consumers to remain vigilant to scammers – and not respond to any suspicious correspondence carrying the CTSI Logo or other branding that has nothing to do with the Institute.

Welcome to CTSI

Founded in 1881 (as the 'Incorporated Society of Inspectors of Weights and Measures'), today's Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is one of the world’s longest-established organisations dedicated to the field of Trading Standards and Consumer Protection. After more than 140 years of progress, we remain immensely proud of our close association with the Trading Standards profession and the vital work it continues to do – promoting fair business practices, tackling rogue traders and, ultimately, protecting UK consumers. To keep up-to-date with CTSI's work, you can register to the CTSI channel on WiredGov or follow us on X (previously Twitter), Facebook or LinkedIn.

March 15th : World Consumer Rights Day 2024

Every year on 15th March, 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. This year, Consumers International, the organisation that co-ordinates the day, has selected ‘Fair and responsible AI for consumers’ as the theme. Click here for more.