In this section
Trading Standards
For more information on the work of Trading Standards services - and the possible consequences of not abiding by the law - please see 'Trading Standards: powers, enforcement and penalties'.
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Last reviewed / updated: March 2024
Key legislation
- Consumer Credit Act 1974
- Fraud Act 2006
- Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008
- Consumer Rights (Payment Surcharges) Regulations 2012
- Consumer Rights Act 2015
- Payment Services Regulations 2017
- Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018
Please note
This information is intended for guidance; only the courts can give an authoritative interpretation of the law.
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