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Journal of Trading Standards, Online Edition - JoTS Online

Welcome to the Journal of Trading Standards online edition, JoTS Online. Browse through our latest Articles - including Analysis, Opinion Pieces, Features and a selection of articles from our acclaimed print journal.

Although many JoTS Online articles are open access (public), others are exclusive to CTSI Members - in which case, you'll need to login to access them. If you aren't a member of CTSI yet, you can join us here. And, if you'd like to contribute articles or suggest topics for us to cover, please email our Editorial Team.

Latest JoTS Online Articles : 

News Category Tags: Crime, Product Safety, Health and Safety, Counterfeit Goods, Retail, Animal Health and Welfare, Legal and Policy, Enforcement Practice, Product Recalls, Property and Housing, Automotive, Vapes, Business, CTSI Conference, CTSI Hero Awards.

 

TSS cracks down on lead generator

Posted: 07 June 2022

UPDATES: Trading Standards Scotland has reported an English lead generation company after concerns over misleading energy efficiency marketing, while urging consumers to seek independent advice before sharing personal details or agreeing to home improvement work.
 

Feeling the squeeze

Posted: 07 June 2022

OPINION: Mounting financial pressures are placing consumers under unprecedented strain just as public services face shrinking resources. Protecting the most vulnerable will require sustained investment, realistic expectations and a recognition that demand peaks when times are hardest.
 

Understanding the ABCs of CBD

Posted: 07 June 2022

ANALYSIS: Rapid growth in the CBD market has created complex regulatory challenges. This analysis explains the legal status of cannabidiol, the distinction from medicinal cannabis, novel food requirements and the practical enforcement issues facing Trading Standards.
 

CPPD Module 22: Leadership

Posted: 07 June 2022

DEVELOPMENT: Effective leadership demands far more than authority alone. This CPPD module explores authenticity, personal development, organisational culture and the skills needed to lead confidently through increasing complexity and constrained public sector resources.
 

Why fair pricing matters

Posted: 06 June 2022

OPINION: A chance purchase in central London becomes a reminder that fair pricing is about far more than value for money. From behavioural influences to consumer vulnerability, this argues that transparent, honest pricing remains fundamental to consumer protection.
 

A new voice for Trading Standards

Posted: 06 June 2022

OPINION: CTSI's new Director of Policy and Public Affairs reflects on arriving in the profession, the breadth of consumer protection issues ahead and the importance of giving Trading Standards a stronger voice during a period of significant change.
 

Weighing up the options

Posted: 31 May 2022

ANALYSIS: As ministers revisit the use of imperial measurements, this examines the practical, economic and regulatory implications of reintroducing imperial markings, asking whether the proposal would benefit consumers or simply create unnecessary complexity.
 

'Clarification needed' on imperial

Posted: 30 May 2022

UPDATES: CTSI has renewed calls for greater clarity and a full impact assessment as proposals to expand the use of imperial measurements continue, warning that uncertainty could create unnecessary costs and confusion for businesses, enforcers and consumers.
 

ASA report shows focus on digital

Posted: 25 May 2022

UPDATES: The Advertising Standards Agency's latest annual report highlights growing action against misleading online advertising, greater use of artificial intelligence and an increasing focus on influencers and other digital marketing practices.
 

Obituary: Dawn Dowling

Posted: 25 May 2022

UPDATES: Colleagues pay tribute to Dawn Dowling, remembering her dedication, warmth and lasting contribution to Trading Standards as friends and family gather to celebrate a life that touched so many across the profession.
 

Man fined over illegal cow killing

Posted: 24 May 2022

UPDATES: A Lancashire farmer has been fined after Trading Standards officers witnessed the unlawful shooting of a cow, with the case highlighting the importance of complying with animal welfare legislation during livestock slaughter.
 

Online counterfeits seller sentenced

Posted: 24 May 2022

UPDATES: A trader who sold counterfeit goods online has been sentenced after investigators uncovered large quantities of fake branded clothing and footwear, reinforcing the consequences of intellectual property crime.
 

UK Metrology: how NI measures up

Posted: 20 May 2022

UPDATES: Marking World Metrology Day, this explores Northern Ireland's place within the UK's measurement framework, examining current challenges, regulatory developments and the continuing importance of legal metrology to Trading Standards.
 

New milestone for CCAS

Posted: 11 May 2022

UPDATES: The latest figures from the Consumer Codes Approval Scheme show record levels of consumer spending protected through approved codes, demonstrating continued growth despite the economic uncertainty created by the pandemic.
 

Consumer protection is not a luxury

Posted: 09 May 2022

SPONSORED: Consumer protection applies as much to diamonds as to everyday essentials. This piece argues that product confidence, accurate descriptions and effective enforcement remain vital even in markets often seen as luxury purchases.
 

Shut out Scammers, TSS urges

Posted: 08 May 2022

UPDATES: Trading Standards Scotland is urging consumers to stay alert as fraudsters adapt their tactics during the cost-of-living crisis, highlighting the latest scams and practical steps to reduce the risk of becoming a victim.
 

'POA' property listings unlawful

Posted: 08 May 2022

UPDATES: National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team says using 'price on application' in property listings is likely to breach consumer protection law by withholding material pricing information from buyers.
 

Illicit tobacco sellers prosecuted

Posted: 08 May 2022

UPDATES: A husband and wife have been prosecuted after trading standards officers uncovered counterfeit tobacco, dangerous goods and other offences, demonstrating the continued focus on disrupting the illicit tobacco trade.
 

COVID-19 test fraudster prosecuted

Posted: 28 April 2022

UPDATES: A fraudster who offered fake COVID-19 testing services during the pandemic has been prosecuted after deceiving members of the public with bogus home testing and false laboratory claims.
 

Consumer protection reforms welcomed

Posted: 21 April 2022

UPDATES: CTSI welcomes the Government's proposed consumer protection reforms, including tougher action on fake reviews and clearer rules for traders, while warning that stronger safeguards remain essential as consumer risks evolve.