Trading standards rules: advice for businesses

We can give advice about any of the areas we regulate, including:

• fair trading
• price marking
• product safety
• property agents and tenant fees
• tobacco, shisha and vaping products
• weights and measures
• age-restricted products and age verification

We can:

• explain what you need to do to comply with the rules
• provide clear written advice to help you comply
• explain the differences between legal requirements and suggested good practice
• acknowledge good practice and compliance

Contact us for advice using our enquiry form

Advice on importing goods into Great Britain

If you import goods into the country to sell, you are responsible for ensuring they are safe and meet all relevant regulations. To find out more, check the guidance from our colleagues at Suffolk County Council.

Primary authority relationships

If your business operates across local or regional boundaries, you might want to enter a primary authority relationship with us.

More trading standards advice for businesses

Read comprehensive regulatory advice on the Business Companion website.

We also provide many subject-specific compliance guides.

You can also find general business advice on GOV.UK and in the Southwark business section.