Feeling the squeeze

Soaring bills combined with plummeting funding for consumer protection… surely something has to give?

Deli owner admits tobacco fraud

The owner of a Polish deli in Oxfordshire has admitted selling illegal tobacco

In conversation: Tim Gass

A trading standards background gives Tesco's Compliance Manager a unique perspective

Say no to Christmas counterfeits

Staffordshire Trading Standards has issued a seasonal reminder of the dangers of fake goods

Fake fancy dress seller fined

A business has been fined after dangerous fancy dress items were found on sale

Hefty fine for false health claims

A company director has been fined under the Nutrition and Health Claims Regulations

Butcher jailed for fraudulent claims

A butcher has been failed for fraudulent trading and making false representations

Touchstone 2019 open for entries

The important and prestigious Touchstone Award is now open for 2019 entries

Fakes warning for Christmas shoppers

Christmas shoppers are being warned to avoid buying fake and potentially dangerous toys

How to buy safely online

Sale of unsafe tyres widespread

A huge number of part-worn tyre retailers are selling illegal and dangerous tyres

New guidance for animal inspections

The guidelines assist those involved in inspecting places such as pet shops

A brush with art fraud

A look at Dorset Trading Standards’ first foray into the murky world of art fraud.