An Ilfracombe shop has been ordered to close for three months following an investigation into the sale of illegal tobacco. City Market, 31 High Street, Ilfracombe, was given a three-month … Continue reading
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Have a safe, considerate and greener Halloween
With Halloween fast approaching, families are being encouraged to enjoy the celebrations safely, consider others in their communities and make choices that help reduce waste. Whether you’re choosing a costume, … Continue reading
Cabinet backs renewed support for Devon farmers hit by bluetongue
Devon County Council has agreed to reinstate its Rural Support and Wellbeing Programme, providing dedicated support for farmers facing the ongoing impacts of the 2026 bluetongue outbreak. The council’s Cabinet … Continue reading
Retailers reminded of new tobacco and vape sales laws
Heart of the South West Trading Standards is reminding retailers about important new laws coming into force on Thursday 29 October 2026 that strengthen restrictions on the sale and promotion … Continue reading
Rogue roofer sentenced after misleading customers over home repairs
A rogue roofer who pressured customers into paying thousands of pounds for poor or incomplete work has been given a suspended 21-month prison sentence following a prosecution by Trading Standards. … Continue reading
Four Torbay shops ordered to close over illegal tobacco products
Four shops in Torbay have been ordered to close for three months following action by Trading Standards and Devon & Cornwall Police as part of a continuing crackdown on the … Continue reading
Widespread allergen failures at takeaways in Devon, Somerset and Torbay
Customers with food allergies are being urged to take extra care when ordering takeaway meals from curry houses after 78 per cent of food outlets tested by Trading Standards failed … Continue reading
Battery fire risk sparks urgent safety warning as e-bike use rises
A sharp rise in e-bike and e-scooter use is driving a worrying increase in battery fires. Trading Standards is urging people and businesses to act now to stay safe. Figures … Continue reading
Rogue tradesman ordered to compensate elderly victim within two months
A fraudster from Taunton who tried to ‘bully’ an 81-year-old carer into paying thousands of pounds for home repairs she didn’t need has been handed a suspended jail sentence and … Continue reading
Former director of home improvement company pleads guilty to misleading customers
A former director of a company that carried out home improvements has received a suspended jail sentence after being prosecuted for deliberately misleading his customers. In a case brought by … Continue reading