Journal of Trading Standards, Online Edition - JoTS Online

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Obituary: Calum Duncan FCTSI

Posted: 08 October 2021

UPDATES: A tribute to Calum Duncan FCTSI honours a respected trading standards professional whose dedication to mentoring, licensing standards, partnership working and the profession left a lasting legacy for colleagues across Scotland.

Reflecting on eight years at NTS

Posted: 27 September 2021

OPINION: Looking back on eight years as Chair of National Trading Standards, the author reflects on major achievements, collaborative successes, emerging threats and the challenges of protecting consumers before handing over leadership to a successor.

John's Journal: A crucial moment

Posted: 10 September 2021

OPINION: CTSI’s response to the Government’s consumer protection consultation will press for a more strategic system, arguing that national, regional and local enforcement must work together to support consumer confidence.

Obituary: David James Mackie

Posted: 07 July 2021

UPDATES: It is with sadness that we report the passing of David James...

Lab praised for COVID response

Posted: 28 June 2021

UPDATES: Gateshead's Metrology Laboratory has been recognised for the vital contribution its specialist calibration work made to the UK's COVID-19 response, supporting accurate measurements across vaccine production and other critical activities.

How TS rose to the COVID challenge

Posted: 18 June 2021

ANALYSIS: From business compliance visits and PPE checks to tackling pandemic scams, trading standards services adapted rapidly during COVID-19. Case studies highlight the profession's resilience, flexibility and essential public protection role.

New Board members discuss future vision

Posted: 18 June 2021

OPINION: Newly elected CTSI Board members outline their priorities for the Institute's future, discussing professional leadership, consumer protection, governance and how trading standards can strengthen its influence and public profile.

CTSI reflects on Floyd anniversary

Posted: 27 May 2021

UPDATES: One year after the murder of George Floyd, CTSI reflects on the changes made to improve equality, diversity and inclusion across the Institute, and the work that still lies ahead.

On the state of trading standards

Posted: 26 May 2021

OPINION: High-profile scam cases continue to expose the consequences of years of declining Trading Standards resources. Stronger enforcement, better funding and greater political commitment are needed to protect consumers effectively.

Obituary: Frank Wilfred Oliver

Posted: 17 May 2021

UPDATES: Frank Wilfred Oliver’s career in trading standards spanned Scunthorpe, Hull and Humberside, from weighbridges and petrol storage to prosecutions, consumer advice, staff training and Radio Humberside phone-ins.

CTSI signs Race at Work Charter

Posted: 22 April 2021

UPDATES: CTSI has signed Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter on Stephen Lawrence Day, committing to executive sponsorship, ethnicity data, zero tolerance of harassment and ethnic minority career progression.

CTSI Symposium to return in 2021

Posted: 12 April 2021

UPDATES: CTSI Symposium is set to return as a face-to-face event in Birmingham in September 2021, following the previous year's online-only format during COVID-19 restrictions.

CTSI appoints new President

Posted: 12 April 2021

UPDATES: Lord Jamie Lindsay has been appointed CTSI President, bringing experience from UKAS, the House of Lords and senior public and private roles as the Institute looks beyond the pandemic and post-Brexit transition.

Sniffing out criminal activity

Posted: 08 April 2021

ANALYSIS: Wagtail's detection dogs have become a powerful asset for trading standards teams, uncovering huge quantities of illicit tobacco, cash and other contraband while highlighting the training, welfare and specialist handling behind successful enforcement work.

CTSI announces new Chief Executive

Posted: 04 March 2021

UPDATES: CTSI has appointed John Herriman as its new Chief Executive. Bringing leadership experience from the military, education and membership sectors, he sets out his ambition to strengthen the Institute and support the profession through the challenges of COVID-19 and Brexit.