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Trading Standards Wales News

Residents warned after reports of rogue driveway traders across Monmouthshire

08/08/2026

Monmouthshire County Council’s Trading Standards is urging residents to remain vigilant following reports of doorstep callers offering driveway and tarmac services across the county.

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8
Aug
2026

Rhondda Shop Closed For Illegal Tobacco & Vape Sales

A Rhondda shop has been forced to close after it was issued with a Closure Order by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council's Trading Standards department for the illegal sale of tobacco and vaping products, including reports of sales to children.

16
Jul
2026

Warnings over dangerous ‘new craze’ toys

Carmarthenshire County Council's Trading Standards team is urging residents to be cautious when purchasing popular "squishy" or "squeezy" toys following the discovery of unsafe imitation products being sold in the county.

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