Chartered Trading Standards Institute

Chartered Trading Standards Institute CTSI supports the trading standards industry, leading to fairer, better informed and safer businesses and communities.

CTSI encourages honest enterprise and business and helps safeguard the economic, environmental, health and social consumer well-being CTSI encourages honest enterprise and business and helps safeguard the economic, environmental, health and social well-being of consumers.

NEW JOB ALERT: Croydon Council is recruiting a Fair Trading Officer / Senior Fair Trading Officer!You’ll join a busy and...
03/06/2026

NEW JOB ALERT: Croydon Council is recruiting a Fair Trading Officer / Senior Fair Trading Officer!

You’ll join a busy and driven team tackling illicit to***co, under-age sales, rogue traders, product safety, and wider fair trading issues, while helping protect vulnerable residents across the borough.

Croydon is looking for an experienced and motivated investigator with strong communication skills and a sound understanding of legal process. You’ll work closely with partner agencies on a varied caseload and contribute to a service known for delivering impactful enforcement work.

To find out more and to apply, visit:
https://ow.ly/HpfE50Z46CF

03/06/2026

Heading to Glasgow for CTSI Conference 2026?

One of our hosts for Conference 2026 Martyn James has put together his top 5 tips for making the most of the city, from the Kelvingrove Art Gallery, to Glasgow's famous food scene and the third oldest subway in the world.

You can find the full Conference 2026 programme here:
https://ow.ly/vT2X50Z74Jw

We'll see you in Glasgow, 9 - 11 June.

03/06/2026

🔬 Today, CTSI's Lead Officer for Cosmetics & Beauty, Richard Knight, gave evidence to the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Committee on Cosmetic Treatments.

Richard put the case clearly: consumers need better education about the risks posed by cosmetic products, and our campaign continues to highlight exactly why.

But education alone isn't enough. We renewed our call, first made at CTSI Conference last year, for a dedicated multi-agency government task force to tackle the serious and growing dangers posed by unregulated aesthetics treatments.

Trading Standards funding has fallen by 50% over the last decade. Colleagues are being asked to do more with far less — on products that carry real, sometimes life-threatening, risks.

Thank you to to the Committee for hearing us. The evidence is in. Now we need action.

Choose quality, value and confidence, not fakes.❌🛍️Pre-loved fashion gives you authentic style, better value and pieces ...
02/06/2026

Choose quality, value and confidence, not fakes.❌

🛍️Pre-loved fashion gives you authentic style, better value and pieces that last.

Support the new IPO Counter-Infringement campaign helping shoppers spot counterfeits online.

👉 https://bit.ly/SecondHandNotSecondBest

CTSI welcomes the Home Office's latest announcement of a new £30m High Street organised crime unit, as well as new fundi...
02/06/2026

CTSI welcomes the Home Office's latest announcement of a new £30m High Street organised crime unit, as well as new funding for Trading Standards to fight against organised crime on UK high streets.

This signals the start of a targeted multi-agency response in tackling the vast and complex criminal networks on our high streets. Alongside partners, CTSI's campaigning on serious and organised crime on UK high streets has put the issue, and profession, firmly on the national agenda. Developed with ACG, the "Hidden in Plain Sight" report highlighted the challenges faced by enforcement agencies, and suggested a ten-point plan to reclaim our high streets.

To build on current momentum, we are bringing together experts from across partner agencies like the NCA and Home Office to explore the scale of the threat, and consider the response needed. At Conference, we will explore criminal activity, from the sale of illegal vapes, to***co, and counterfeit goods, to illegal money lending and wider consumer harm.

Now is the time to register for Conference: https://ow.ly/flEZ50Z2leZ

Artificial intelligence is moving fast — and the question for our profession is no longer whether it will affect the way...
01/06/2026

Artificial intelligence is moving fast — and the question for our profession is no longer whether it will affect the way we work, but how we keep up and make the most of it.

On Day 3, Cenred Elworthy, CTSI Lead Officer for AI and Digital, Steve Smith from TrueCall Ltd and Willie Paul from Highland Council, will unveil the latest research from Trading Standards Scotland on how the profession is embracing AI — covering how officers are using AI in practice, the concerns they have, and practical tools and tips to support day-to-day work.

To view the full agenda and book your place at Conference 2026: https://ow.ly/9vFI50Z6bkV

CTSI members attend free. Not yet a CTSI member? Apply today from £75 and join us at Conference for free.

Happy Pride Month 🌟🏳️‍🌈 is an annual celebration of the many contributions made by the LGBTQ+ community to history, soc...
01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month 🌟🏳️‍🌈

is an annual celebration of the many contributions made by the LGBTQ+ community to history, society, and cultures worldwide. Today, Pride is seen as a celebration of people coming together in love and friendship, to show how far LGBTQ+ rights have come, and how in some places there's still work to be done.

🌈 Make it this month’s mission to build even stronger communities. Whether you’re among the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, commit to showing up intentionally and speaking up when needed.

Find out more about Pride Month ➡️ https://www.tradingstandards.uk/about-us/our-community/hub/lgbtqplus-pride-month/

We're delighted to be exhibiting at the Care & Occupational Therapy Show on 23 June! Come and find us on Stand 28 to say...
01/06/2026

We're delighted to be exhibiting at the Care & Occupational Therapy Show on 23 June! Come and find us on Stand 28 to say hello, meet the team, and learn more about how Business Companion can support you - we’d love to see you there.

🍽️ Are you a food expert ready to teach the people who enforce the law?CTSI is looking for specialists in food safety an...
01/06/2026

🍽️ Are you a food expert ready to teach the people who enforce the law?

CTSI is looking for specialists in food safety and standards, allergens, labelling and/or regulatory compliance to design and deliver high-quality training to Trading Standards and other regulatory professionals, ensuring alignment with current UK food law, policy, and enforcement practices.

✔️ Design and deliver engaging training sessions aligned to CTSI standards
✔️ Flexible opportunities (UK-wide / remote and in-person delivery)
✔️ Translate complex legislation into structured learning materials, including presentations, case studies, and assessments
✔️ Tailor content to different learner levels (e.g. apprentices, new officers, qualified professionals)
✔️ Keep training up to date with UK food legislation and policy changes
✔️ Respond to learner questions and provide professional insight

If you want to apply your knowledge where it matters most and would like to find out more about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Email us at [email protected] to find out more

Second-hand is smart, safe and sustainable – but shoppers are still being caught out by fakes.🛍️CTSI is supporting the I...
29/05/2026

Second-hand is smart, safe and sustainable – but shoppers are still being caught out by fakes.🛍️

CTSI is supporting the IPO Counter-Infringement's ‘Second-hand, not second best’ campaign, to help consumers shop with confidence.

👉Read the guidance: https://bit.ly/SecondHandNotSecondBest

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