New Alerts
Counterfeit lighters have been sold by some wholesalers in Scotland. The manufacturers of genuine ‘Clipper’ lighters have
issued guidance 
on how to identity the fakes. The fakes do not meet safety standards and pose a risk to users.
Retailers are asked to check their stock and remove any counterfeit items from sale and contact us for further advice.
Frauds and Scams Aimed at Business
(8 pages, 114 KB)(This link opens in a new window) details of how we carry out enforcement work, including service standards.
Tobacco - Change of Minimum Age
From 1st October 2007 the law for selling tobacco will change. It will be illegal to sell tobacco to anyone under the age of 18 (an increase from 16). Full details are available from this Scottish Government website. You can download a statutory notice here.
To apply for a pack on guidance with regards to age restricted products and further advice please call Trading Standards on 01343 554617.
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Frauds and Scams Aimed at Business
Scammers don't just target consumers, they also con businesses, find out more here.
Moray Council is urging businesses to close their doors to DVD street traders in a crack down on a trade that’s costing the
UK economy millions. Trading Standards have received information that street traders are offering DVDs at workplaces in Moray.
We have prepared a notice for businesses in English and Chinese, banning DVD sellers from premises. You can download the notice (1 page, 147 KB) (This link opens in a new window)
Comprehensive advice from the Food Standards Agency on the Animal Feed Hygiene Regulations for farmers, producers, wholesalers
and hauliers. Look here for further information.( 13 pages, 152KB) (This link opens in a new window)
Complying with Legal Requirements
Businesses have a difficult job keeping up with regulations. Trading Standards can help you find your way through the maze. We want to help you comply with legal requirements. Advice is free. Trading Standards covers: -
the quality, safety, price and description of goods and services.
Look at our wide range of
or use the following links or information which is particularly useful for retailers:
Trader's Guide to Sale and Supply of Goods and Services, (21 pages, 321 KB) (This link opens in a new window)
Price Indication Code of Practice (24 pages, 138 KB) (This link opens in a new window)
OFT a quick guide for business (28 pages, 394 KB) (This link opens in a new window)
The best advice on Trading Standards law is available at 'Ask Cedric'. (This link opens in a new window)
(4 pages 208KB) (This link open in a new window) (2 page 182KB ) (This link open in a new window)
Tel: 01343 554617
Fax: 01343 554622
Email: trading.standards@moray.gov.uk