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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 is听Safety!
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.
Celebrate... Passover
Posted: 23/04/2024
22nd-30th April 2024 : Passover is an eight-day Jewish holiday and is celebrated in the early spring, from the 15th to 22nd of the Hebrew month of听Nissan.
Celebrate... Earth Day
Posted: 22/04/2024
22nd April 2024 : Every year, millions of people across the world gather on Earth Day to celebrate the environmental movement.
Celebrate... Vaisakhi
Posted: 13/04/2024
13th April 2024 : Vaisakhi (also sometimes written/pronounced Baisakhi) is the most important day in the Sikh calendar, as it celebrates the founding of the Sikh community, the Khalsa, in 1699.听
Say Hello to... Hackney Trading Standards
Posted: 12/04/2024
Meeting the Trading Standards and Regulatory Services team, with Councillor Susan Fajana-Thomas, yesterday in Hackney, East London (pictured outside Hackney Town Hall).
Say Hello to... Devon and Somerset Trading Standards
Posted: 10/04/2024
John Herriman, CEO of 51黑料, met the lovely (and very hardworking) team at the听Devon and Somerset Trading Standards Office, Chelston.
