Trading standards

A number of resources are available designed to help businesses comply with the law.

Business Companion is a government backed website that provides free, impartial information for businesses and individuals that need to know about trading standards and consumer protection legislation.

Visit the Business Companion Site

Alternatively, if you are a local business within Carmarthenshire and need further assistance, Trading Standards can provide free advice on all aspects of trading standards legislation - including:

  • Age restricted products
  • Business names
  • Consumer Credit
  • Consumer rights
  • Description of goods and services
  • Explosives licensing
  • Fair trading
  • Petroleum licensing
  • Pricing
  • Product safety
  • Selling on the internet
  • Trademarks and intellectual property
  • Weights and measures

You can contact Trading Standards

Via email – tradingstandards@carmarthenshire.gov.uk

Or by telephoning 01267 234567

Please note if you need advice on goods or services you have bought for your business, you will need to contact:

Citizens Advice consumer helpline: 0808 223 1133