Business Advice

The information below has been prepared for the guidance of businesses in Darlington by Trading Standards. It is not an authoritative document on the law, and is only intended for guidance. For further help, contact us on 01325 388799 or tradingstandards@darlington.gov.uk

Age Restricted sales [pdf document]

Business Ownership [pdf document]

Consumer Credit Advertising [pdf document]

Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations [pdf document]

Distance Selling Checklist [pdf document]

Doorstep selling [pdf document]

Electrical Products [pdf document]

Fireworks [pdf document]

Licensed Premises Restaurants and Hotels [pdf document]

Price Marking [pdf document]

Second Hand Electrical products [pdf document]

Vending Machines [pdf document]

Weights and Measures [pdf document]

Useful websites

Information about Licensing

The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) [external link] Guidance and advice for businesses

Independent Retail News advice [external link]

'Ask Cedric' Website [external link]
Guidance for retailers

Trading Standards Institute Website [external link]
A link to the Trading Standards Institute Website containing information leaflets

Food Standards Agency [external link]
Guidance for Food & Agriculture

Environment Agency [external link]
Information for the agricultural industry

DEFRA - Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs [external link]
Information for farmers

ERWIN (Everything Regulation Whenever It's Needed) [external link]
Helps businesses to comply with regulations by providing simple, consistent and easily understandable information, which is tailored to meet the needs of their type of business. 

Distance Selling Hub Website [external site]

Sales of Goods Act Hub Website [external site]