Trading Standards

In the current economic climate home owners could have problems paying their mortgage if they lose their jobs. The Government have introduced a range of options which may help to ease the financial burden. Details of the new schemes which are the Homeowner Mortgage Support Scheme (HMSS) the Mortgage Rescue Scheme (MRS) and changes to Income Support for Mortgage Interest (ISMI) can all be found on the direct gov web site at www.direct.gov.uk

See more Consumer Advice Information...

Overcharging, faulty goods, dodgy workmanship or reporting dishonest traders and scams. From this page you can find contact information for consumer advice.

• List of trading standards approved traders
  
• Consumer Direct Practical consumer advice (external link)
  
• Consumer Contacts
  

See more Business Information...

Businesses, large or small, are subject to a wide range of legislation designed to protect the consumer, and promote a fair and safe trading environment.

• Credit Crunch Advice
  
• What advice can we give
  
• Business Contacts
  
• Age Restricted Sales
  

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Our main activities involve policing the movement of animals on and off farm premises. Our staff also monitor the conditions under which animals are transported, to ensure that they are up to modern, acceptable welfare standards.

• Livestock Movements, Identification and Tracing
  
• Rules for Animal Movements
  
• Bird (Avian) Flu