Trading Standards Wales News

Carmarthenshire Trading Standards issues warning about illegally sold fireworks

Carmarthenshire Trading Standards is urging residents to buy fireworks only from registered and reputable retailers, warning that purchasing fireworks from unlicensed or illegitimate sellers could put consumers and their families at serious risk.

2
Nov
2026

Beware of Council Tax refund scam, residents warned

Pembrokeshire County Council is warning residents to remain vigilant following reports of scam messages claiming people are entitled to a Council Tax refund.

2
Nov
2026

Closure Order issued to Pensarn business

Following the seizure of dangerous illicit and counterfeit tobacco products, cigarettes and vapes from concealments, with support from Conwy CCTV operators, Conwy Trading Standards attended Snowdonia Mini Market, 29 Marine Road, Pensarn, LL22 7PS, on 27 October 2026.

22
Oct
2026

Latest news on Operation Machinize

Conwy Council Trading Standards, Licensing and CCTV officers are working with North Wales Police, North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, and Border Control as part of the UK-wide National Crime Agency led Operation Machinize.

7
Oct
2026

Cowboy Builder Jailed Following Merthyr Tydfil Trading Standards Investigation

A builder has been jailed after a Merthyr Tydfil CBC Trading Standards investigation found that a Merthyr Tydfil couple were left with an unsafe, unfinished property and significant financial losses.

15
Sep
2026

Two jailed following Swansea Council prosecution over illegal tobacco operation

Two men have been jailed following a successful Swansea Council prosecution connected to the sale and supply of counterfeit and illegal tobacco in the city.

9
Sep
2026

Farmer prosecuted for serious animal welfare offences

A Vale of Glamorgan farmer has been convicted of serious animal welfare offences following a prosecution brought by Shared Regulatory Services.