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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.

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CTSI's pandemic puppy warning

Posted: 17 December 2021

UPDATES: Demand for a furry friend rises during the holiday season, and the isolation brought on by pandemic lockdowns and remote working has increased demand throughout the past year. These changes have led to puppy...
 

CTSI appoints new Chairs

Posted: 16 December 2021

UPDATES: CTSI has named Louise Baxter MBE as its new Council Chair and Steve Ruddy as Chair of its Board. Baxter is an expert in consumer protection who has worked in trading standards for almost...
 

UKICC sounds alarm on travel contracts

Posted: 15 December 2021

UPDATES: As UK consumers pack their bags for Christmas and New Year get-aways, the UK International Consumer Centre (UKICC) is warning that many people are likely to be unaware of who their travel contract is...
 

Omicron sparks latest email scam

Posted: 15 December 2021

UPDATES: Members of the public have received an email clad in NHS branding as well as texts calling on them to "apply now for Omicron PCR test to avoid restrictions." The message claims that older...
 

Many SMEs unaware of new import rules

Posted: 15 December 2021

UPDATES: New research suggests many small importers remain unprepared for post-Brexit customs requirements. With full import controls taking effect from January 2022, the findings highlight significant awareness gaps and the practical challenges facing SMEs.
 

A step in the right direction

Posted: 08 December 2021

OPINION: Membership of an approved consumer code is only the starting point, argues the author, who explains why consistently applying high standards and embracing good customer service is what builds lasting consumer confidence.
 

Jeweller guilty of hallmarking offences

Posted: 03 December 2021

UPDATES: An investigation by Ealing Council Trading Standards resulted in a jeweller being prosecuted for hallmarking offences, underlining the importance of compliance and the protection that hallmarking provides for consumers.
 

COVID scam targets youngsters

Posted: 02 December 2021

UPDATES: A convincing text message scam exploiting COVID-19 vaccine passes targeted young people with a fake NHS website and payment request, providing a timely reminder of how fraudsters adapt to current events.
 

TS and EH join up to speak out

Posted: 30 November 2021

UPDATES: CTSI and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health joined forces at their Year Ahead Conference to present a shared message on the future of local regulatory services and the challenges facing both professions.
 

Illicit tobacco seized in North East Lincs

Posted: 24 November 2021

UPDATES: Trading Standards officers in North East Lincolnshire seized around 375,000 illicit cigarettes and 14.5kg of illegal tobacco worth almost £100,000 in a major enforcement operation. The haul highlights both the public safety risks posed by non-compliant tobacco products and the continuing success of Operation CeCe in tackling the illicit trade.
 

Campaign targets Christmas fakes

Posted: 19 November 2021

UPDATES: Operation Monty brings together enforcement agencies and intellectual property organisations to tackle counterfeit goods sold through social media ahead of the Christmas shopping season. The campaign aims to protect consumers from dangerous products while disrupting the criminal networks that profit from online counterfeiting.
 

HMRC warns of Self-Assessment scams

Posted: 18 November 2021

UPDATES: As the Self Assessment deadline approaches, HMRC is warning taxpayers to be alert to a surge in phishing emails, texts and phone calls designed to steal money and personal information. The advice explains how to recognise common scams and report suspicious contact.
 

CTSI: new TAC a 'curate's egg'

Posted: 18 November 2021

ANALYSIS: CTSI welcomes the new Trade and Agriculture Commission but argues it lacks sufficient consumer protection expertise. The Institute sets out why stronger regulatory representation is needed to ensure future trade agreements maintain high standards for consumers and businesses.
 

Internet TV pirate sentenced

Posted: 16 November 2021

UPDATES: A Westminster Trading Standards investigation, supported by FACT and the National Crime Agency, led to the conviction of an eBay seller who made more than £82,000 supplying illegal IPTV devices used to access subscription broadcasts and films.
 

Avian influenza measures in place

Posted: 13 November 2021

UPDATES: New avian influenza controls require bird keepers across Great Britain to strengthen biosecurity measures. The article outlines the legal requirements introduced to limit the spread of bird flu.
 

CTSI calls time on ‘greenwashing’

Posted: 13 November 2021

UPDATES: CTSI is urging businesses to avoid misleading environmental claims as demand for sustainable products grows. The guidance explains the risks of greenwashing and the importance of accurate marketing.
 

SCOTSS turns up the heat on peat

Posted: 10 November 2021

UPDATES: A Scottish project is testing the peat content of garden compost to assess compliance with environmental claims and help trading standards officers advise producers and retailers as restrictions on peat use continue to tighten.
 

ACG raises Black Friday alarm

Posted: 04 November 2021

UPDATES: As Black Friday approaches, the Anti-Counterfeiting Group warns that counterfeit bargains can expose consumers to dangerous products and identity fraud, urging shoppers to take extra care when buying online.
 

New Welsh animal welfare plan

Posted: 04 November 2021

UPDATES: Wales has launched a five-year animal welfare plan setting out priorities to improve standards across companion animals, livestock and wildlife, with education, enforcement and partnership working central to its delivery.
 

The art of trading standards expertise

Posted: 28 October 2021

UPDATES: Drawing on lessons from art, craftsmanship and professional practice, this reflective piece argues that trading standards expertise is built through curiosity, experience and continual learning rather than quick technical knowledge alone.