Trading Standards

We help achieve a fair and safe trading environment and informed confident consumers. We also run Trusted Trader, Scotland's best multi-sector trader scheme.

[Trading Standards @DundeeTS]

Safety Alert issued for baby sleep pillows https://t.co/vXqGEcRKVj

[Trading Standards @DundeeTS]

We had a fantastic time attending Transform Business Festival 2026 at the Dundee Science Centre this week.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with us in the Eco System Village.

Need a trader you can trust? Get a Trusted Trader!!
https://t.co/5Q4fXXQ3Gc

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

Vulnerability isn’t always permanent; it can arise from life events like

➡️Bereavement
➡️Illness
➡️Job loss
➡️Divorce
➡️Moving home

During these times, people are more susceptible to scams.

To learn more visit https://t.co/AA97WbDrIt

#NoBlameNoShame #ScamAware

[Trading Standards @DundeeTS]

With the current and predicted weather conditions, residents are reminded not to contract with doorstep callers offering to do repair work. Use the Dundee Trusted Trader Scheme. Visit https://t.co/5Q4fXXQ3Gc or Call 01382 436260 #StormFloris

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

Be #ScamAware of unexpected emails that say you have an upcoming 'boiler maintenance' appointment with British Gas

A scammer then arrives at your door, asking to come in and check the boiler

Read more➡️ https://t.co/HJeM3GUkB6

[Trading Standards @DundeeTS]

Local businesses are advised that, when carrying out inspections, our officers will carry valid identification. Should any local businesses have concerns over persons claiming to be from Trading Standards, please call 101.

[Dundee City Council @DundeeCouncil]

A local campaigner is backing a ban on the sale and supply of single-vapes that comes into effect in Dundee and across the whole of the UK from Sunday (June 1). 🚫💨

@LessWasteLaura

[Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) @CTSI_UK]

NEW DATES ADDED ⭐ Our FREE 2-hour Introduction to the DMCC Act webinar has been designed to provide businesses with everything they need to keep on the right side of the law.

For more information, visit: https://t.co/foLMDzQ9Pt

[Dundee City Council @DundeeCouncil]

What is a single-use vape? Why are they being banned? What impact will this have on the public, environment and businesses? 🤨

🎥Laura Young (LessWasteLaura) explains what the benefits of the ban on single-use vapes are and how the ban will be enforced.

[Trading Standards @DundeeTS]

When you need someone to work inside your house, you want to know you can trust them. That's where Dundee City Council's Trusted Trader's can help.

To find a tradesperson that has been vetted by us, call 01382 436260 (Option 2) or visit https://t.co/5Q4fXXQ3Gc

[Trading Standards @DundeeTS]

DOORSTEP CALLER WARNING

We are aware that there may be traders going door to door offering gardening and landscaping services. Residents are advised not to contract with doorstep callers. Use the Dundee Trusted Trader Scheme. Visit https://t.co/5Q4fXXQ3Gc or Call 01382 436260

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

❗With students struggling for money they are often looked at as being perfect candidates for money mules.

Learn what you can do to support ⤵️
https://t.co/QkiPZ1FtIZ

#ScamAware
#StudentsAgainstScams

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

📢 We are pleased to announce that Students Against Scams is now live

This is our aim to support Universities with helping their students to learn more about protecting themselves from scams and fraud.

Read more here ⤵️
https://t.co/QkiPZ1FtIZ

#StudentsAgainstScams
#ScamAware

[Trading Standards @DundeeTS]

DOORSTEP CALLER WARNING

With the current weather conditions, residents are reminded not to contract with doorstep callers offering to do repair work. Use the Dundee Trusted Trader Scheme. Visit https://t.co/jXCXlWSxM3 or Call 01382 436260 #StormÉowyn

[SCOTSS @socotss]

Single-use vapes ban
UK Gov issues guidance for businesses preparing for the ban on the sale and supply of single-use vapes from 1 June 2025
https://t.co/HPBJ5jpyAE

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

We've compiled a list of the scams that featured most frequently in our #ScamShare bulletin throughout 2024 👇

Stay #ScamAware - report all scams to Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000 or via https://t.co/IS1uPt5JpB #ScamShare

Read more➡️ https://t.co/sbnI0dbAtm

[Office for Product Safety and Standards @OfficeforSandS]

🎄When shopping for presents this Christmas, be aware of toys with small parts that could come off and present a choking hazard. #ChristmasProductSafety

[Dundee City Council @DundeeCouncil]

We are aware that fake QR Codes have been placed on some parking meters in the city centre.   

These are being removed by us when found. But if motorists do come across codes, they should not be used as they are linked to scams.

We do not operate QR Codes for parking payment.

[TrustedTrader.Scot 👷‍♂️ @ScottishTraders]

There has been an item on the news today about 'not all online trader directories being equal', which is why all the official council-backed Trusted Trader scheme members are vetted by Trading Standards.

https://t.co/v5foBDTDSu
#TrustedTrader #CMA

[TradingStandardsScot @TSScot]

This week's #ScamShare bulletin has advice from partners on staying safe this Halloween:

👻how to avoid counterfeit costumes which may not have gone through safety testing & could be flammable/unsafe
🕯️fire safety
🛒Halloween product recalls

Read more➡️https://t.co/OGBOOepE8y