ESCC Trading Standards

10/06/2026

CITA- Consumer Advice campaign
If you’re thinking about booking your summer holiday, and consider booking a package holiday. You’re more protected if something goes wrong or if you need to cancel.

What's classed as a package holiday? 🤔

Whether you planned on staying in the UK or going abroad, it’s probably a package holiday if you’ve booked 2 or more travel services from a travel organiser for the same holiday at the same time.
Check what you may be entitled to based on your reasons for cancelling:
https://bit.ly/4eFwAEn
https://bit.ly/4fdC1KU

05/06/2026

Emergency Locksmith

East Sussex Trading Standards warn of rogue emergency locksmiths overcharging or adding hidden call‑out fees despite “no call out charge” outreaches. Residents should use Buy With Confidence members or seek trusted recommendations to avoid scams.

30/05/2026

IPO Second Hand Not Second Best campaign launch
Today, the IPO has launched above, highlighting benefits of buying genuine second-hand accessories, rather than counterfeit products.
Please find stakeholders pack at this links below
https://bit.ly/SecondHandNotSecondBest
https://bit.ly/4u2BgYX

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29/05/2026

URGENT WARNING

Please click on below link about Squishy toy trend causing 'traumatising' burns.

A 10-year-old girl could be scarred for life after taking part in the viral social media trend.