Trading standards - retail

Welcome to Trading Standards

Whether you are a consumer, a business, a farmer or a student there is something on the Trading Standards site for you.

  • For consumers we offer advice on your rights and how to complain   
  • For business there is trade advice, the ability to get licences, new-start information and our calibration service  
  • For farmers, keepers, and transporters of livestock there are details of activities where registration is required, information on movement and identification rules, and information on animal health & welfare   
  • And for schools there is access to a comprehensive range of information and teaching resources

Cumbria County Council provide Retail Trading Standards as part of their Trading Standards services.