Trading Standards advice for businesses and consumers

Trading Standards

Summary of the services Trading Standards provides for businesses and consumers in East Sussex, including our enforcement policy.

Contact the Citizens Advice Consumer Service for general advice and to complain about goods and services.

Report illegal trading activity, such as rogue trading or the sale of unsafe or illicit goods, by using our online reporting form.

Training workshops and online courses for businesses

Contact Trading Standards for business advice and support provided at a chargeable hourly fee.

Find businesses approved by Trading Standards on the Checkatrade and Buy With Confidence websites.

Apply for licences and registrations to store and sell fireworks and other explosives.

Licences, animal movements, pet passports, animal feed and other aspects of animal health.

We deal with safety and licences for businesses that store large amounts of petrol.

Latest safety notices on hazardous food and dangerous products.

Volunteers are needed to help Trading Standards check that businesses aren’t selling goods to underage customers.

How to contact Trading Standards service in East Sussex.

Business Companion is a free resource that provides guidance on current Trading Standards legislation.

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