Merthyr Tydfil Trading Standards

15/07/2026

🚨 Protect Yourself from Scams 🚨
Scammers are constantly finding new ways to target people, but there are simple steps you can take to stay safe.
The Friends Against Scams website has helpful advice on: ✅ Recognising common scam tactics
✅ Protecting your personal information
✅ Reducing online risks
✅ Reporting scams and getting support
Visit the page here: Scam Protection Steps You Can Take
https://www.friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scam-protection-steps-you-can-take
🌐 Need another language? Scroll to the bottom of the webpage and use the language dropdown menu to view the information in Welsh (Cymraeg) and a range of other common languages.

The one-stop page for advice, signposting and scam protection information,

15/07/2026

🚨 Amddiffyn eich hun rhag sgamiau 🚨
Mae sgamwyr yn dod o hyd i ffyrdd newydd o dargedu pobl yn gyson, ond mae yna gamau syml y gallwch eu cymryd i gadw'n ddiogel.
Mae gan wefan Friends Against Scams gyngor defnyddiol ar:
✅ Cydnabod tactegau sgam cyffredin
✅ Diogelu eich gwybodaeth bersonol
✅ Lleihau risgiau ar-lein
✅ Rhoi gwybod am sgamiau a chael cymorth
Ewch i'r dudalen yma: Camau Amddiffyn Rhag Sgamiau y gallwch eu cymryd
https://www.friendsagainstscams.org.uk/scam-protection-steps-you-can-take
🌐 Angen iaith arall? Sgroliwch i waelod y dudalen we a defnyddiwch y gwymplen iaith i weld y wybodaeth yn y Saesneg ac amrywiaeth o ieithoedd cyffredin eraill.

The one-stop page for advice, signposting and scam protection information,

26/06/2026

‼️ Trading Standards Alert – Doorstep Callers ‼️

We are aware of individuals going door-to-door falsely claiming to be from the Council and telling residents that they need to take their meter readings.

ℹ️ Council staff would never cold call at your home offering services ℹ️

Our advice 👇
• Do not engage with cold callers
• Always verify identity before allowing anyone into your property
• If you need to report a suspicious caller call 101
• If you feel threatened or alarmed then call 999


If someone calls to read a meter 👇
• Ask for the callers ID
• Take a note of the name and organisation
• Close the door on the person while you call a number which you have independently sourced for the organisation (for example from an internet search or phonebook) DO NOT use the number on the ID badge.
• Before making the call secure any back doors/ windows in case it is an attempt at distraction burglary.
• If you cannot verify or simply are unhappy with letting them in ask them to make an appointment to return when you are more comfortable and have had time to verify the organisation/person and the need for attendance.

Merthyr Tydfil Trading Standards

26/06/2026

⚠️ Product Recall for Squeezy Dumplings.

The product presents a serious chemical risk because the outer layer contains an excess concentration of benzene. If inhaled, benzene can cause irritation to the eyes, nose and throat. Exposure to large amounts may also cause a burning feeling throughout the digestive tract and skin irritation. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.

The products have been recalled from customers by Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd.

Anyone with this product should stop using it immediately and keep it out of reach of children. ⚠️

For more information, please visit: [email protected]

Further information regarding benzene can be found on the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/benzene-general-information-incident-management-and-toxicology/benzene-general-information

https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-recall-squeezy-dumplings-2606-0196

26/06/2026

Merthyr Tydfil CBC

⚠️ Product Recall for Squeezy Dumplings.

The product presents a serious chemical risk because the outer layer contains an excess concentration of benzene. If inhaled, benzene can cause irritation to the eyes, nose and throat. Exposure to large amounts may also cause a burning feeling throughout the digestive tract and skin irritation. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.

The products have been recalled from customers by Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd.

Anyone with this product should stop using it immediately and keep it out of reach of children. ⚠️

For more information, please visit: [email protected]

Further information regarding benzene can be found on the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/benzene-general-information-incident-management-and-toxicology/benzene-general-information

https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-recall-squeezy-dumplings-2606-0196

11/06/2026

🚨 High Street V**e Shop Shut Down Over Illicit Sales 🚨
A town centre shop in Merthyr Tydfil has been hit with a three-month closure order after repeatedly selling illegal to***co and va**ng products.
On 11 June, Ronty Mini Market on High Street was ordered to close by Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates’ Court under anti-social behaviour legislation, following action by the council’s Trading Standards team.
🔍 What happened?
Enforcement operations uncovered ongoing possession and supply of illicit ci******es, to***co, and vapes—activities that not only break the law but also undercut legitimate businesses and put public health at risk.
🤝 Joint crackdown effort
Working alongside South Wales Police through the Merthyr Tydfil Together initiative, authorities are stepping up disruption tactics to tackle criminal activity linked to organised crime.
💬 What officials are saying:
Craig Rushton, Trading Standards Team Leader:
“Selling illicit to***co shows a blatant disregard for the law and puts the health of our communities at risk. These products are unregulated, avoid tax, and undermine honest traders.”
Sarah King, Director of Governance and Resources:
“Illegal to***co and vapes pose serious public health risks, especially to young people. We will continue to take strong enforcement action to protect our communities.”
⚠️ The message is clear:
Merthyr Tydfil is taking a zero-tolerance approach to illegal to***co and va**ng—protecting residents, supporting lawful businesses, and cracking down on criminal activity.
📩 If you have any information about the sale of illicit to***co or vapes, please contact Trading Standards at [email protected].
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11/06/2026

🚨 High Street V**e Shop Shut Down Over Illicit Sales 🚨
A town centre shop in Merthyr Tydfil has been hit with a three-month closure order after repeatedly selling illegal to***co and va**ng products.
On 11 June, Ronty Mini Market on High Street was ordered to close by Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates’ Court under anti-social behaviour legislation, following action by the council’s Trading Standards team.
🔍 What happened?
Enforcement operations uncovered ongoing possession and supply of illicit ci******es, to***co, and vapes—activities that not only break the law but also undercut legitimate businesses and put public health at risk.
🤝 Joint crackdown effort
Working alongside South Wales Police through the Merthyr Tydfil Together initiative, authorities are stepping up disruption tactics to tackle criminal activity linked to organised crime.
💬 What officials are saying:
Craig Rushton, Trading Standards Team Leader:
“Selling illicit to***co shows a blatant disregard for the law and puts the health of our communities at risk. These products are unregulated, avoid tax, and undermine honest traders.”
Sarah King, Director of Governance and Resources:
“Illegal to***co and vapes pose serious public health risks, especially to young people. We will continue to take strong enforcement action to protect our communities.”
⚠️ The message is clear:
Merthyr Tydfil is taking a zero-tolerance approach to illegal to***co and va**ng—protecting residents, supporting lawful businesses, and cracking down on criminal activity.
📩 If you have any information about the sale of illicit to***co or vapes, please contact Trading Standards at
[email protected].



Merthyr Tydfil CBC

11/06/2026

🚨 Cau siop fêp ar y Stryd Fawr yn sgil gwerthiannau anghyfreithlon 🚨
Mae siop yng nghanol tref Merthyr Tudful wedi derbyn gorchymyn cau tri mis ar ôl gwerthu tybaco a chynnyrch fepio anghyfreithlon dro ar ôl tro.
Ar 11 Mehefin, gorchmynodd Llys ynadon Merthyr Tudful i Ronty Mini Market ar y Stryd Fawr gau a hynny o dan ddeddfwriaeth ymddygiad gwrthgymdeithasol, yn dilyn camau gan dîm Safonau Masnach y Cyngor.
🔍 Beth ddigwyddodd?
Datgelodd camau gorfodi feddiant a chyflenwad parhaus o sigaréts, tybaco a fêps anghyfreithlon—gweithgaredd sydd nid yn unig yn torri'r gyfraith ond sydd hefyd yn tanseilio busnesau cyfreithlon ac yn peryglu iechyd y cyhoedd.
🤝 Ymdrech ar y cyd
Gan weithio ar y cyd â Heddlu De Cymru drwy fenter Merthyr Tudful Gyda'n Gilydd, mae’r awdurdodau'n cynyddu tactegau tarfu i fynd i'r afael â gweithgarwch troseddol sy'n gysylltiedig â throseddau cyfundrefnol.
💬 Beth mae swyddogion yn ei ddweud:
Craig Rushton, Arweinydd Tîm Safonau Masnach:
"Mae gwerthu tybaco anghyfreithlon yn dangos diystyriad amlwg o'r gyfraith ac yn peryglu iechyd ein cymunedau. Mae'r cynnyrch hyn heb eu rheoleiddio, yn osgoi treth ac yn tanseilio masnachwyr gonest."
Sarah King, Cyfarwyddwr Llywodraethu ac Adnoddau:
"Mae tybaco a fêps anghyfreithlon yn peri risgiau iechyd cyhoeddus difrifol, yn enwedig i bobl ifanc. Byddwn yn parhau i gymryd camau gorfodi cryf i amddiffyn ein cymunedau."
⚠️ Mae'r neges yn glir:
Mae Merthyr Tudful yn mabwysiadu dull dim goddefgarwch tuag at dybaco anghyfreithlon a fêps er mwyn amddiffyn trigolion, cefnogi busnesau cyfreithlon a mynd i'r afael â gweithgarwch troseddol.
📩 Os oes gennych unrhyw wybodaeth am werthu tybaco neu fêps anghyfreithlon, cysylltwch â Safonau Masnach yn [email protected].
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Merthyr Tydfil CBC

10/06/2026

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqj1rkqqrgro

Under current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales.

04/06/2026

⚠️ Trading Standards Alert – Doorstep Callers
Merthyr Tydfil Trading Standards is aware of individuals going door-to-door offering general maintenance work.
🚧 These individuals are falsely claiming to be Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council employees and are wearing hi-vis clothing with the Council logo.
❗ Please be aware:
• The Council does NOT offer private work
• Council staff would never cold call at your home offering services
👉 Our advice:
• Do not engage with cold callers
• Do not agree to any work on your doorstep
• Always verify identity before allowing anyone into your property
If you are approached or have concerns, please report it to Merthyr Tydfil CBC.

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