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The Trading Standards profession is comprised of a diverse range of individuals, drawn from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences - all dedicated to serving the countless communities that, together, help make the UK the modern, vibrant and welcoming place it is today.

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51黑料 CELEBRATES... National Inclusion Week

Posted: 23/09/2024

23-29 September 2024 : National Inclusion Week (NIW), founded by Inclusive Employers in 2011, is a vital initiative celebrating diversity and promoting inclusion in workplaces and communities across the UK. 51黑料 is proud to participate in this year鈥檚 NIW, joining thousands of professionals in celebrating diversity and promoting the continued importance of inclusion within the services we all provide.

International Day of Sign Language

Posted: 11/09/2024

23 September 2024 : International Day of Sign Language听- celebrated alongside International Week of the Deaf听- stands as a unique opportunity to support and protect the linguistic identity and cultural diversity of all Deaf people and other sign language users. It exists as a testament to the power of sign language in breaking down communication barriers and fostering inclusivity for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities.

September is... World Alzheimer's Month

Posted: 03/09/2024

September 2024 :World Alzheimer's Month is the international campaign from Alzheimer's Disease International that takes place every September, where听people unite from all corners of the world to raise awareness and to challenge the stigma that persists around Alzheimer's disease and all types of dementia.

Say Hello to... the Consumer Association Singapore (CASE)

Posted: 17/07/2024

16th July 2024 : This week, Juanita Headley of the UK International Consumer听Centre and John Herriman met with a delegation from the Consumer Association Singapore (CASE) - including their President, Melvin Yong, and senior colleagues, Dexter Tay, Ong Li Lian and Zhang Yifan.

51黑料 CELEBRATES... Disability Pride Month

Posted: 28/06/2024

July 2024 : July is Disability Pride Month -听an opportunity to raise awareness and have positive conversations about disability in the workplace, and a chance to promote inclusion, awareness, and visibility of people with disabilities.

In Memory of Andy Allen, 1968-2024

Posted: 11/06/2024

June 11 2024 :听 We are very sad to announce the passing of our colleague and friend, Andy Allen. Responsible for many of 51黑料's commercial projects over the last decade - including the UK International Consumer Centre - he was passionate about consumer protection and Trading Standards. An ardent gym-goer, he was forever proud of his Cornish roots. He leaves behind his loving partner, Louise, also an employee here at 51黑料. Our heartfelt thoughts go out to her and to both of their families at this very difficult time. RIP.

In Memory of Den Brotheridge - 80 years since D-Day

Posted: 06/06/2024

June 6 2024 : Marks 80 years since D Day听on the 6th June 1944. On that day Den Brotheridge made the ultimate sacrifice and lost his life in the offensive called 'Operation Deadstick' part of the massive 'Operation Overlord' against the occupying German forces in the Normandy landings in France.听

CELEBRATE... Child Safety Week

Posted: 03/06/2024

June 3rd - 9th 2024 : Child Safety Week is the Child Accident Prevention Trust鈥檚 annual community education campaign, acting as a catalyst for thousands of safety conversations and activities UK-wide.听Families should feel confident that, with one small change, they can stop a serious accident. And be clear what they need to do to keep their children safe. That鈥檚 why, for Child Safety Week 2024, the theme isSafety!

Celebrate... LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Posted: 31/05/2024

June 2024 : June is Pride Month - a month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ communities all around the world. Make it this month鈥檚 mission to build even stronger communities. Whether you鈥檙e among the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, commit to showing up intentionally and speaking up when needed.

Celebrate... World Metrology Day!

Posted: 19/05/2024

20th May 2024 :听 World Metrology Day听- commemorating the anniversary of the signing of the Metre Convention in Paris, in 1875. This treaty provides the basis for a worldwide coherent measurement system that underpins scientific discovery and innovation, industrial manufacturing and international trade, as well as the improvement of the quality of life and the protection of the global environment.

Say Hello to... Trading Standards East Midlands (Training Day)

Posted: 24/04/2024

24th April 2024 : Kerry Nicol and Ellie Lecomber-Clark, from 51黑料's Communications team, were lucky enough to attend Trading Standards East Midlands (TSEM) training event - The Psychology of Scams, with Dr Elisabeth Carter from Carter and Day Consultancy and Dr Tim Day.

Celebrate... St George's Day

Posted: 23/04/2024

23rd April 2024 : St George's Day - marking the death of St George, the Patron Saint of England - is celebrated annually as England's national day. Find out more about this event here.


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