Illicit alcohol isn’t just a regulatory headache for Trading Standards Officers, it’s a public health risk, a criminal enterprise and a drain on legitimate trade.  From counterfeit spirits and wines to fraudulent wine investments, the scope of alcohol-related crime is vast and evolving.  

Genuine toys meet strict safety standards. But the counterfeits, not so much. They’ve been found with choking hazards, toxic materials, missing CE or UKCA markings and no importer details to name just a few of the issues. Shockingly, 3 out of every 4 toys tested failed the necessary safety tests.