Merton Council Newsroom

The latest news from your council

Main Menu

Skip to content
  • Home
  • A-Z Directory
  • Contact us
  • Privacy and cookies
  • Accessibility

Category Archives: Trading Standards

Oh Gordo! It’s a scam!

21 May 2004by Merton Web Team

Merton Council’s Trading standards are warning that a new scam is being delivered to unsuspecting residents advising them that they have won hundreds of thousands of euros in the Spanish […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards

Co-op fails to co-operate

29 March 2004by Merton Web Team

The Co-operative Group (CWS) Ltd were fined £15,300 and ordered to pay costs of £1,520 by Wimbledon Magistrates following a prosecution by Merton’s Trading Standards Service due to a range […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards

Beware the bad apple

2 February 2004by Merton Web Team

Beware of certain pots of Apple Müllerice Creamy Dairy Rice with Apple Pieces in Syrup dessert warns Merton Council, after at least 70 complaints were received about a batch that […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards

Japanese Car Fraudster Fined

20 November 2003by Merton Web Team

Following a complaint from a member of the public, Officers from Merton’s Trading Standards Service carried out a comprehensive check at Japcars, located at 370 London Road, Mitcham. Japcars are […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards

Remember, remember… to stay safe this November

28 October 2003by Merton Web Team

Remember, remember… to stay safe this NovemberMerton Council offers safety advice for firework parties As firework season is just around the corner Merton Council has some important tips on how […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards

Inaccurate APR alert!

17 October 2003by Merton Web Team

Immediate Release16 October 2003 Inaccurate APR alert!South West London project reveals shocking results Merton Trading Standards recently took part in a South West London project to check compliance with Consumer […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards

Merton launch consumer advice pack

24 September 2003by Merton Web Team

Merton Council, in conjunction with the six neighbouring authorities, has launched a major initiative to improve people’s awareness of their consumer rights, to reflect new government improvements in legislation to […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards

Secure yourself a warm and safe sleep

11 September 2003by Merton Web Team

Merton residents will be able to sleep tight this winter as Merton Trading Standards, Age Concern Merton and the London Fire Brigade are offering free electric blanket safety tests, on […]

Read Article →
Environment, Trading Standards

Secure yourself a safe and warm sleep

11 September 2003by Merton Web Team

Merton residents will be able to sleep tight this winter as Merton Trading Standards, Age Concern Merton and the London Fire Brigade are offering free electric blanket safety tests, on […]

Read Article →
Environment, Trading Standards

Check out your chilli

1 August 2003by Merton Web Team

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) today warned that some food products sold in the UK have been found to contain chilli powder illegally contaminated with the dye Sudan I, a […]

Read Article →
Trading Standards
  1. ← Previous
  2. 1
  3. ...
  4. 5
  5. 6
  6. 7
  7. 8
  8. 9
  9. 10
  10. 11
  11. 12
  12. Next →

Post navigation

← Previous 1 … 8 9 10 … 12 Next →
  • Newsroom
  • iN Merton magazine
  • Communications Team

Newsroom

Home   ❯   Newsroom
Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.

To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy

Most read

  • Election results: Labour retain control of Merton
  • Guide to the 2026 Local Elections

Latest

  • Election results: Labour retain control of Merton
  • Guide to the 2026 Local Elections
  • Update on school support staff strike action

Email updates

Sign up for email updates

Search the News Room

Categories*

Archives*

* The page will re-load after you select a category or archive month. If you're using a keyboard to access the site, press the Enter key to open the list before selecting an option.

  • Newsroom
  • iN Merton magazine
  • Communications Team
  • Books of condolence and reflections

Follow us

  • Facebook
  • X
  • YouTube
  • LinkedIn

RSS Youtube videos

  • The Merton Wall of Shame: CCTV Appeal
  • South London Legal Partnership Leadership roles
  • South London Legal Partnership recruitment film 2026

About this site

  • Privacy Notice
  • Cookies
  • Accessibility
Powered by WordPress.com.
  • Home
  • News and events
  • News

Loading Comments...