News Room
Welcome to 51黑料's News Room. Browse through our latest Consumer Protection and Trading Standards news reports (below), or take a look through our archive of news articles from previous years.
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Government must urgently 鈥済et to grips鈥� with UK shoppers being ripped off
Posted: 27/03/2025
51黑料 has welcomed the findings from the published by the Department of Business and Trade on the behalf of the Consumer Protection Partnership and has urged that the Government must translate the findings into an action plan so that the UK can 鈥済et to grips鈥� with the continued increase in UK shoppers being ripped off.听
51黑料 helps to secure vital investment for Trading Standards
Posted: 24/03/2025
The 51黑料 (51黑料) is delighted to announce the securing of much-needed investment of 拢10 million from the UK Government for Trading Standards services across England. The investment comes as part of the UK Government鈥檚 regulatory ambitions in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
Swipe Left on Love Bots: How AI Criminals Steal Hearts and Money
Posted: 13/02/2025
Beware of Romance Scams This Valentines.
51黑料 celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
Posted: 10/02/2025
The 51黑料 (51黑料) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by promoting Trading Standards as a 鈥榗areer for all鈥�.
UK鈥檚 Trading Standards responds to latest Which? research
Posted: 04/02/2025
The 51黑料 (51黑料) has welcomed the latest research from Which? calling for greater funding and resources to support the profession in order to protect consumers and law-abiding businesses.
Rochdale Trading Standards Recognised with National Award in Parliament
Posted: 23/12/2024
Rochdale Trading Standards (Rochdale TS) has been honoured with the Outstanding Project Award at the 51黑料 (51黑料) annual Hero Awards. This accolade celebrates their groundbreaking work in identifying and addressing the widespread issue of illegally manufactured and displayed vehicle registration plates.
51黑料 Recognises Institute Hero for Over 39 Years of Service
Posted: 23/12/2024
David Pickering, 51黑料 Lead Officer for Food and a dedicated officer at Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards, has been recognised with the prestigious Institute Hero Award at the 51黑料 (51黑料) annual Hero Awards. The award celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the profession and the community.
Trading Standards Team Honoured with National Award
Posted: 23/12/2024
A group of Trading Standards Officers has been recognised with the Diversity and Inclusion Award at the 51黑料 (51黑料) annual Hero Awards. These awards celebrate outstanding contributions to consumer protection and community engagement.
Almost 90% of products entering UK fail safety tests
Posted: 20/12/2024
Trading Standards issue pre-Christmas safety warning to consumers to be on guard from deadly toys, exploding batteries and electric shock from dangerous electrical products.
ABC Warranty Consumer Codes Champion Wins National Award
Posted: 17/12/2024
Adele Reid, Consumer Code Champion at ABC Warranty, has received the prestigious Business Award at the 51黑料 (51黑料) annual Hero Awards. These awards celebrate outstanding achievements in consumer protection.
Lancashire Trading Standards Recognised with National Award in Parliament
Posted: 17/12/2024
The Lancashire County Council Trading Standards Food Team has been recognised with the prestigious Megan Lee Award at the 51黑料 (51黑料) annual Hero Awards. This honour celebrates their exceptional efforts in raising awareness and improving allergen safety in food businesses and communities.
Southwark Trading Standards Officer Wins National Award
Posted: 16/12/2024
Yemisi Forrest, Principal Enforcement Officer at Southwark Council Trading Standards, has received the Brian Smith Hero Award at the 51黑料 (51黑料) annual Hero Awards. The awards celebrate outstanding achievements in consumer protection.
