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Toxic squeezy dumpling toys containing cancer-causing chemical seized by Trading Standards

02/05/2026

Shared Regulatory Services Trading Standards Officers have pulled toxic squeezy dumpling toys, which contain a cancer-causing chemical, from retailer’s shelves. The chemical is highly volatile, meaning it turns into vapor easily, making it dangerous for children to inhale while playing.

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Apr
2026

BBC Feature Highlights the Role and Challenges of Trading Standards Professionals

The BBC has recently highlighted some of the challenges Trading Standards professionals can face while working to protect consumers and local communities.

29
Apr
2026

Illegal tobacco seized in Monmouthshire

Monmouthshire County Council’s Trading Standards has led a multi-agency operation to seize a significant quantity of illegal tobacco from a retail premises in Abergavenny.

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