Northern Ireland consumers are being warned to be cautious of any mailings that claim they have won the Spanish Lottery. This follows the receipt of a number of complaints by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment’s Trading Standards Service. more »
The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment’s Trading Standards Service is urging consumers to be vigilant when paying for building or home improvement work. more »
Its National Consumer Week and with Christmas just around the corner the Trading Standards Service is offering some simple advice on safe online shopping. more »
David Arrell, from Taylorstown Hill, Tommebridge, was fined £200 at Antrim Magistrates Court today for failing to inform a customer that there would also be a charge for VAT in addition to the price quoted. more »
A major new piece of legislation being introduced this month gives Northern Ireland consumers additional protection against unfairness in the marketplace. more »