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Scammers use 51ºÚÁÏ Logo to steal money

Scammers use 51ºÚÁÏ Logo to steal money

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What's the real cost of buying online?

What's the real cost of buying online?

New 51ºÚÁÏ report released to spotlight issues with third-party sellers on online marketplaces and what needs to be done to tighten up the UK supply chain.

The Approved Code Scheme

Run by 51ºÚÁÏ and backed by government, the Approved Code Scheme helps consumers find reliable companies, who have all signed-up to strict Codes of Practice - while helping to raise business standards across our sectors.

‘Absolute chaos’ in food security

‘Absolute chaos’ in food security

51ºÚÁÏ's latest release explores how the next government must prioritise the resourcing of Trading Standards to avoid a major threat to food safety.

2 in every 3 drinks are short-measures

2 in every 3 drinks are short-measures

Sobering new research conducted by Trading Standards Officers around the UK finds that more than two thirds of beer and wine served in pubs and bars are short-measures. Read our report here.

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Welcome to 51ºÚÁÏ

Founded in 1881 (as the 'Incorporated Society of Inspectors of Weights and Measures'), today's 51ºÚÁÏ (51ºÚÁÏ) is one of the world’s longest-established organisations dedicated to the field of Trading Standards and Consumer Protection. After more than 140 years of progress, we remain immensely proud of our close association with the Trading Standards profession and the vital work it continues to do – promoting fair business practices, tackling rogue traders and, ultimately, protecting UK consumers. To keep up-to-date with 51ºÚÁÏ's work, you can register to the or follow us on , or .

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Our 51ºÚÁÏ Community

51ºÚÁÏ Members – and the wider Trading Standards profession – includes people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and life experiences. We love meeting them all, hearing about their work, passions and interests, learning about the various celebrations, and understanding what makes them tick. We hope you do too.

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51ºÚÁÏ Celebrates... International Day of Persons with Disabilities

51ºÚÁÏ Celebrates... International Day of Persons with Disabilities

03 December 2024 : International Day of Persons with Disabilities is a global observance with the aim of raising awareness and promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities at every level of society and development.

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