New construction regulator announced
A new construction industry regulator has been established by the OPSS
Bogus lockdown rebate scam
Another text-based scam themed around the coronavirus pandemic has emerged
Vaccine scam message emerges
A new text message scam claims the COVID-19 vaccine is available to recipients
CTSI Chief: Stay safe, be optimistic
There are reasons for optimism in 2021, says CTSI's Executive Director Paul Ramsden
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Copycat marketing: a game of clones
Various routes to redress exist when packaging misleads, advises barrister Michael Coley
A wake-up call for equality
A new Working Group has been set up to help create a more inclusive profession
UK ECC: Looking beyond EU Exit
The UK ECC is looking at ways of spreading its skills into the wider world
How ‘copycat brands’ walk the line
Does trading standards have a role in tackling so-called 'copycat brands'?
The dangers of disloyalty
Traders’ efforts to entice new business can create problems for enforcement
Our next CEO must love the word ‘no’
Meaningful change doesn't happen without overcoming opposition
Voices from the Front Line
We hear from frontline officers about this year's strains on enforcement
Delivering ‘gold standard’ service
The work of one outstanding TSO shows the difference trading standards can make
CPPD Module 18: Animal Health
The UK’s exit from the EU will create new challenges in animal health and welfare enforcement
CPPD Module 17: Food Allergens
Lessons from a recent case in which a company breached the Food Safety Act
CPPD Module 16: Care Homes
How care homes must communicate and their fair trading obligations
CPPD Module 15: ADR
Bring your knowledge of this crucial area up to speed with our CPPD test
How to keep your fleet vehicles healthy
When it comes to maintaining a healthy fleet vehicle, prevention is better than cure
Choosing your garden office
Garden offices are becoming increasingly popular due to the many benefits they provide
Eight safety rules for working in an office
It’s important to make sure that all employees are protected by health and safety rules
Ensure your home workplace is suitable
Working from home is becoming increasingly more popular
