Trading standards
The trading standards service is responsible for the regulation of all businesses in Middlesbrough in areas such as unsafe goods, false descriptions, counterfeiting, consumer credit, pricing, under-age sales and weights and measures.
The service has responsibility for over 50 Acts of Parliament and over 500 Associated regulations covering all levels and types of trade.
We offer a diverse range of services for consumers and business customers, including:
- Business regulation
- Consumer advice
- Money advice
- Markets
- Tees Valley measurement – High accuracy calibration and heavy equipment testing
The aim of our service is to promote the economic vitality of Middlesbrough through encouraging fair competition and ensuring adequate protection for consumers.
If you want to complain about a business, please contact the Consumer Direct by following the link in the external link section on this page.