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<title>Safe, Sensible, Social – Consultation on further action (DoH) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/70</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 106KB). TSI welcomes the opportunity to respond to this Department of Health consultation. TSI calls for a more holistic, single approach to the whole issue of alcohol, fully involving all interested parties at all stages rather than the current piecemeal approach ]]></description>
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<title>Annual Review of DEFRA Contingency Plan for Exotic Animal Diseases (DEFRA) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/71</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/71</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 89KB). TSI supports the changes proposed by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs ]]></description>
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<title>Implementation of the Payment Services Directive: a consultation on the draft legislation (HM Treasury) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/72</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/72</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95KB). TSI agrees with the legislation proposed by HM Treasury ]]></description>
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<title>Improving Consumer Information in the Home Information Pack (CLG) - TSI Response - September 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/73</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/73</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 100KB). TSI seeks clarification of a number of points within this consultation from the Department for Communities and Local Government  ]]></description>
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<title>Private actions in competition law: effective redress for consumers and business (OFT) - TSI response - September 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/74</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/74</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
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<title>Effective Consultation (Cabinet Office) - TSI response - September 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/75</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/75</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95KB). Consultation issued by the Cabinet Office ]]></description>
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<title>Partial RIA for extension of redress schemes to the gas, electricity and postal services sectors (BERR) - TSI response - September 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/76</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/76</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97KB). Consultation issued by the Office of Fair Trading ]]></description>
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<title>Consumer Credit Licensing – Draft Guidance on the use of Civil Penalties (OFT) - TSI response - September 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/77</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/77</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 88KB). Consultation issued by the Office of Fair Trading ]]></description>
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<title>Consumer Credit Licensing – Draft Guidance on Fitness and Requirements (OFT) - TSI response - September 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/78</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/78</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 90KB). Consultation issued by the Office of Fair Trading ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations (BERR) - TSI response - August 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/79</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/79</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Bill (BRE) - TSI response - August 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/80</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/80</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 143KB). Consultation issued by the Better Regulation Executive ]]></description>
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<title>Code of Practice for Regulators (BRE) - TSI response - August 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/81</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/81</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 116KB). Consultation issued by the Better Regulation Executive ]]></description>
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<title>Draft guidance for business – Application of The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992: definition of a 'Package' (BERR) - TSI response - August 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/82</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/82</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 134KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
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<title>Health Intervention Draft Guidance – Interventions delivered in primary and secondary schools to prevent and/or reduce alcohol use by young people under 18 years old (NICE) - TSI response - August 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/83</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/83</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 86KB). Consultation issued by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence ]]></description>
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<title>Review of the Food Law Code of Practice (England) (FSA) - TSI response - December 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/85</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/85</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 103KB). Consultation issued by the Food Standards Agency ]]></description>
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<title>Implementing the new Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC in the United Kingdom (BERR) - TSI response - December 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/86</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/86</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 91KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
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<title>Byron Review: Children and New Technology (DCSF) - TSI response - November 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/87</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/87</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Children, Schools and Families ]]></description>
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<title>European Commission proposal to amend the Fuel Quality Directive 98/70/EC (DfT) - TSI response - November 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/88</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/88</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 100KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Transport ]]></description>
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<title>Double Tagging of Sheep and Goats (DEFRA) - TSI response - November 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/89</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/89</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs ]]></description>
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<title>Foot and Mouth Review 2007 (Cabinet Office) - TSI response - November 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/90</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/90</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 51KB). Consultation issued by the Cabinet Office ]]></description>
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<title>DEFRA's response to the Eves Review of the Animal Health and Welfare delivery landscape (DEFRA) - TSI response - October 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/91</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/91</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 104KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs ]]></description>
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<title>2007 Annual Review of DEFRA's Contingency Plan for Exotic Animal Diseases (DEFRA) - TSI response - 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/92</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/92</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 104KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs ]]></description>
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<title>National Control Programme for Salmonella in Laying Flocks (DEFRA) - TSI response - October 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/93</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/93</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 100KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs ]]></description>
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<title>Changes to the Regulation of Vehicle Number Plate Supply in the UK (DfT) - TSI response - October 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/94</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/94</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 31KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Transport ]]></description>
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<title>Council Directive 90/314/EEC on Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Discussion Paper (European Commission) - TSI response - October 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/95</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/95</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 105KB). Consultation issued by the European Commission ]]></description>
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<title>Code of Practice on Good Guidance on Regulation (BERR) - TSI response - March 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/96</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/96</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95KB). TSI agrees, on the whole, with the 'Golden Rules' proposed by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
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<title>Case Handling System Code Revision (Consumer Direct) - TSI response - March 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/97</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/97</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94KB). TSI believes that a root-and-branch re-appraisal of the coding should be undertaken&#160; ]]></description>
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<title>Implementation of the Payment Services Directive (HM Treasury) - TSI response - March 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/98</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/98</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 112KB). A wide-ranging response including agreement that credit unions should be exempt from the Directive ]]></description>
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<title>Regulating Connected Travel Insurance (FSA) - TSI response - March 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/99</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/99</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 153KB). As a general response, TSI refers the Financial Services Authority to, and includes, the joint TSI/LACORS (Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services) response to HM Treasury's call for evidence on travel insurance    ]]></description>
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<title>Complaint Handling Standards and Criteria for the Approval of Redress Schemes (Postcomm) - TSI response - March 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/100</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/100</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99KB). TSI supports the suggested complaints-handling framework and regards the proposed redress scheme approval criteria to be clear at present - there should be a review later to accommodate any unforseen circumstances ]]></description>
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<title>Consumer Credit Act 1974 as amended by CCA 2006 - Proposed amendments (BERR) - TSI response - March 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/101</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/101</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 110KB). TSI agrees with the proposals by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform concerning buy-to-let lending, the provision of statements, and definitions of 'payments'  ]]></description>
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<title>Reform of the Weights and Measures Legislation (NWML) - TSI response - March 2008  </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/102</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/102</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response  (PDF 82KB) . A detailed 12-page response to a consultation issued by the National Weights and Measures Laboratory ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Guidance on Price Indications - General Guidance for Traders (BERR) - TSI response - March 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/103</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/103</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response  (PDF 111KB). TSI believes that businesses should not gain the impression that nothing has changed in the new guidance from the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
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<title>Proposals for exercising powers in CEARA 2007 and other changes to secondary legislation relating to estate agents (BERR) - TSI response - February 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/104</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/104</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 93KB). A detailed 10-page response to proposals for the exercise of powers in the Consumers, Estate Agents and Redress Act 2007 and other changes to secondary legislation pertaining to estate agents ]]></description>
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<title>Review of secondary legislation on measuring instruments made under the Weights and Measures Act 1985 and the European Communities Act 1972 (NWML) - TSI response - February 2008  </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/105</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/105</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 120KB). TSI believes that the correct approach is to be involved in the formulation of the changes in EU legislation ]]></description>
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<title>Possible changes of use of personal data held on the GB Poultry Register (DEFRA) - TSI response - February 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/106</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/106</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI would support limited wider use of Poultry Register information ]]></description>
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<title>Carsberg Review of Residential Property (RICS) - TSI response - January 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/107</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/107</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 66KB). Consultation issued by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Changes to the Schedule of Standard Terms Incorporated into Air Travel Organisers' Licences (CAA) - TSI response - January 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/108</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/108</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). Consultation issued by the Civil Aviation Authority ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies Regulations 2008 (DEFRA) - TSI response - June 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/109</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/109</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 91KB). TSI supports the proposed changes to update the transmissible spongiform encephalopathies legislation  ]]></description>
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<title>Sale and Rent Back Market Study (OFT) - TSI response - June 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/110</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/110</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 102KB).TSI feels that without security of tenure and appropriate financial guarantees the practice should be prohibited - TSI therefore supports this Office of Fair Trading market study  ]]></description>
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<title>Rome I - Should the UK opt in? (Ministry of Justice) - TSI response - June 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/111</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/111</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94KB). TSI supports the decision to opt in where the Government believes that this is in the national interest  ]]></description>
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<title>Review of television advertising and teleshopping regulation - proposals on advertising distribution, and options for the amount of advertising and teleshopping (Ofcom) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/112</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/112</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 108KB). TSI largely agrees that the proposed regulatory objectives strike an appropriate balance between the factors involved  ]]></description>
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<title>Participation TV Part 2: keeping advertising separate from editorial - new Broadcasting Code rules for the use and promotion of premium rate services in programmes (Ofcom) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/113</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/113</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI believes that the proposed rules can play an important role in protecting viewers  ]]></description>
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<title>EC Proposal for a regulation on the Marketing and Use of Animal Feed, COM (2008) 124 Final (FSA) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/114</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/114</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99KB). TSI welcomes the consolidation and simplification of feed legislation proposed in this Food Standards Agency consultation ]]></description>
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<title>Complaint Handling Standards (Ofgem) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/115</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/115</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 88KB). TSI supports the proposed model  ]]></description>
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<title>Proposals to implement the European Commission Decision on safety warnings for toys containing magnets (BERR) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/116</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/116</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI welcomes the use of consumer protection regulations rather than general product safety regulations but is concerned at the definition of 'magnetic toy' suggested by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Review of Additional Charges (Ofcom) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/117</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/117</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 90KB). TSI welcomes this review of additional charges imposed by services in the areas of mobile phones, broadband, etc     ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Regulation on the provision of food information to consumers (FSA) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/118</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/118</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 101KB). TSI is disappointed that the opportunity has not been taken to fundamentally review the information on food labels  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Cosmetic Products (Safety) Regulations 2008 (BERR) - TSI response - May 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/119</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/119</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI welcomes the new simplified format/layout of the regulations proposed by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Second Committee Draft Recommendation (2 CD) of the OIML document 'General Requirements for Software Controlled Measuring Instruments' (NWML) - TSI response - May 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/120</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/120</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 87KB). TSI would be grateful if the National Weights and Measures Laboratory would ensure that consumer protection issues are considered in the European discussions  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Protecting consumers from mis-selling of mobile telecommunications services (Ofcom) - TSI response - April 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/121</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/121</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 49KB). TSI welcomes proposals by Ofcom to tackle the mis-selling of mobile telecommunications services  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Energy Supply Markets Probe - Call for Evidence (Ofgem) - TSI response - April 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/122</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/122</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 102KB). The TSI response focuses on the customer's perspective and experience of the market ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Amendment to the Motor Fuel (Composition and Content) Regulations 1999 in relation to gas oil requirements (DfT) - TSI response - April 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/123</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/123</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97KB). TSI is in general agreement with the amendment proposed by the Department for Transport ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Proposed Cancellation of Contracts Made in a Consumer's Home or Place of Work etc Regulations 2008 (BERR) - TSI response - April 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/124</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/124</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 123KB). TSI supports the aims of this proposed legislation from the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Draft guidance on mass-media and point-of-sales measures to prevent the uptake of smoking by children and young people (NICE) - TSI response - April 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/125</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/125</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 87KB). TSI welcomes this draft guidance from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Responsibility and cost sharing for animal health and welfare: next steps (DEFRA) - TSI response - April 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/126</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/126</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI supports the general principles but expresses concern on how the livestock industry will pay without incurring unnecessary hardship in some sectors ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Local Better Regulation Office Draft Strategy 2008-2011 (LBRO) - TSI response - March 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/127</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/127</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 73KB). A detailed response underlining TSI's wish to see a strong and effective LBRO ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Social and Environmental Guidance to the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority (BERR) - TSI response - September 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/128</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/128</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 100KB). TSI welcomes this consultation from the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform - It is right that the Government provide new guidance at this time  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Future of Tobacco Control (DoH) - TSI response - September 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/129</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/129</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI feels that this Department of Health consultation document offers an excellent opportunity for another major step forward in reducing the health inequalities and harm caused by smoking  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>The Next Steps: EPCs and the establishment of the Green Homes Service (DCLG) - TSI response - September 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/130</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/130</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 112KB). If the Green Homes Service scheme is taken forward with the proposed involvement of Trading Standards then TSI would request full engagement by the Department for Communities and Local Government with TSI ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Decision Procedure and Penalties manual and Enforcement Guide Review 2008 (FSA) - TSI response - August 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/131</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/131</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 91KB). TSI welcomes the expansion of the Enforcement Guide  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Transparency as a regulatory tool (Financial Services Authority) - TSI response - August 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/132</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/132</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99KB). TSI believes that transparency is a legitimate regulatory tool provided it is used within clearly defined objectives ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Draft strategy on protecting and improving the health of honey bees in England and Wales (DEFRA) - TSI response - August 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/133</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/133</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 87KB). TSI feels that the consultation document contains a comprehensive assessment of the current situation and gices direction to future improvement of the health of the nation's bees  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Enforcement of REACH in the UK (DEFRA) - TSI response - August 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/134</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/134</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 96KB). TSI welcomes REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of CHemicals) but is concerned that in certain areas the level of protection for UK consumers will be significantly weakened ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Value for Money Study into Animal Health (NAO) - TSI response - August 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/135</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/135</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 110KB). TSI response to a National Audit Office consultation aimed at DEFRA's animal health stakeholders ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Implementing Rules for Import Controls for 'High Risk' Feed and Food of Non-Animal Origin (Non-POAO) (FSA) - TSI response - August 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/136</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/136</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 98KB). TSI makes a number of suggestions concerning the scope of the implementing rules  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consumer Law Review - Call for Evidence (BERR) - TSI response - July 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/137</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/137</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 360KB). TSI urges you to read its response to this key document from the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Key issues concerning the simplification of eight Directives on measuring (European Commission) - TSI response - July 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/138</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/138</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95KB). TSI believes that three of the Directives should be revoked and five replaced by 'New Approach' Directives  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Revision of International Document No. 16 - Principles of Assurance of Metrological Control (NWML) - TSI response - July 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/139</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/139</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 104KB). TSI welcomes this consultation from the National Weights and Measures Laboratory and feels that the document supports TSI's opinion that weights and measures enforcement is clearly a fair trading issue  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Youth Alcohol Action Plan ( DCSF) - TSI response - July 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/140</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/140</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 88KB). TSI welcomes the plan proposed by the Department for Children, Schools and Families abd supports its aims ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Review of the functioning of Regulation (EC) No 717/2007 and of its possible extension to SMS and data roaming services (European Commission) - TSI response - July 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/141</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/141</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 90KB). TSI believes that this Regulation is of benefit to mobile phone users across Europe, both social and business  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Reform of ATOL Bonding Arrangements and the Replenishment of the Air Travel Trust Fund (DfT) - TSI response - July 2007</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/142</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/142</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 86KB). Consultation issued by the Department for Transport ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Changes to the Local Goverment Act 1972 to allow local authorities in England to work together on animal health (DEFRA) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/162</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/162</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 106KB). TSI fully supports the proposals from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, providing suitable arrangements can be made for funding ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Irresponsible lending - A scoping paper (OFT) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/163</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/163</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 100KB). TSI suggests a number of matters that should be included within the Office of Fair Trading's proposed consultation on irresponsible lending ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Taking forward the Gowers Review - Penalties for copyright infringement (UK Intellectual Property Office) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/164</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/164</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response  (PDF 52KB). TSI is very supportive of the Gowers Review and the work of the UK Intellectual Property Office to ensure that its recommendations are progressed ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>The National Minimum Wage: Service Charges, Tips, Gratuities, and Cover Charges (BERR) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/165</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/165</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99KB). TSI believes that consumers would benefit from a complete ban on cover and service charges and that they would also benefit from clear price-marking showing the all-inclusive cost of each dish on the menu ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Review of the Animal By-Products Regulation (EC) No. 1774/2002 (DEFRA) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/166</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/166</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 15:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 105KB). TSI is in general agreement with the Government's position on the proposed amendments to the Regulation ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Plans to implement Council Directive 92/119/EEC on the control of Swine Vesicular Disease (DEFRA) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/167</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/167</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 91KB). TSI supports the plans proposed in this Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs consultation ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>EU Proposals for a Consumer Rights Directive (BERR) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/168</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/168</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 175 KB). TSI believes that the draft Consumer Rights Directive is flawed - The application of maximum harmonisation not only dramatically reduces consumer protection, but introduces a lack of clarity and certainty into the law  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Implementation of Commission Regulation 504/2008 Methods of Identification of Equidae (DEFRA) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/169</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/169</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 104KB). TSI supports these proposals to update the legislation on horse passports ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Codes of Practice for the control of Salmonella in Animal Feeds (DEFRA) - TSI response - January 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/170</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/170</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95KB). TSI welcomes the guidance as there has been an increasing number of notifications on salmonella-contaminated feeding stuffs and feed materials ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>'Architectural Derivatives' - their impact on consumers and the profession - (ACA) - TSI response - January 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/171</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/171</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 107KB). TSI is sympathetic to the cause presented by the Association of Consultant Architects and is not opposed to helping where able to do so ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>OFT Annual Plan 2009-2010 (OFT) - TSI response - January 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/172</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/172</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 111KB). A joint response from TSI, the Society of Chief Trading Standards Officers, and LACORS (Local Authorities Coordinators od Regulatory Services) ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Codes of Practice for welfare of Cats, Dogs, Equines (DEFRA) - TSI response - December 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/173</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/173</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 87KB). TSI supports the proposals ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Specified Quantities Consultation (NWML) - TSI response - December 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/174</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/174</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 11:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 125KB). TSI thanks NWML for bringing together the subject matter in this way as it has allowed for the wider picture to be considered than if the subjects covered had been considered separately ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>FOS Corporate Plan &#x26; Budget 2009-2010 - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/175</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/175</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI broadly supports the Financial Ombudsman Service plan and particularly applauds the the detailed nature of the intended actions ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Application of the Hallmarking Act 1973 to Palladium (NWML) - TSI response - December 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/177</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/177</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 11:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 87.3 KB). TSI supports the changes proposed and that mandatory hallmarking of articles containing palladium be required by January 2010 ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consumer Collective Redress (European Commission) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/178</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/178</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 98.7KB). TSI supports the concept of consumer collective redress  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Primary Authority Guidance (LBRO) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/179</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/179</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 57.9KB). TSI underlines the importance of simple yet comprehensive Primary Authority Guidance from the Local Better Regulation Office  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Primary Authority Guidance (LBRO) - TSI response - February 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/179</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/179</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 57.9KB). TSI underlines the importance of simple yet comprehensive Primary Authority Guidance from the Local Better Regulation Office  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Codes of conduct for local authority members and employees (CLG) - TSI response - December 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/180</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/180</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 11:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 89.4KB). It is the TSI view that it is appropriate that local authority members and employees should have a published code of conduct - as the consultation text from the Department for Communities and Local Government points out, the public has a right to expect high standards   ]]></description>
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<title>National Control Programme for Salmonella in broiler flocks (DEFRA) - TSI response - December 2008 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/181</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/181</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 96.6KB). TSI requests that local authorities receive adequate recognition and funding for the enforcement of the relevant legislation. It is essential that all concerned continue to work closely together  ]]></description>
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<title>Primary Authority Scheme (BERR) - TSI response - December 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/182</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/182</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 193KB). The TSI response to this consultation continues its heavy involvement in the construction of the legislation following the Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Act ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed changes to BSE testing (DEFRA) - TSI response - December 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/183</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/183</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 109KB). TSI supports the proposed changes which present an opportunity to return meat from the slower maturing native breeds of cattle to the market. TSI does, however, have concerns over the collection of carcases ]]></description>
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<title>The future of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (DEFRA) - TSI response - November 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/184</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/184</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI favours the retention of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate as an executive agency of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Feeding Stuffs (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - November 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/185</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/185</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 93.8KB). TSI is generally happy with the wording of the proposed regulations ]]></description>
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<title>Video games classification (DCMS) - TSI response - November 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/186</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/186</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 126KB). Several options are put forward in this Department for Cuture, Media and Sport consultation - TSI prefers that involving a single UK-based authority as the designated statutory classification body for video games, applying the PEGI (Pan-European Games Information) ratings  ]]></description>
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<title>EU proposals for revision to Reg 717/2007 on roaming on Public Telephone Networks (BERR) - TSI response - November 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/187</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/187</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 86.9KB). TSI is happy with the EU proposals and has no further comment to make ]]></description>
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<title>Regulatory budgets (BERR) - TSI response - November 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/188</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/188</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 15:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 127KB). Whilst the proposal for regulatory budgets would seem to be initially attractive, but beset with complexity. Upon reflection, however, whilst there are great advantages in joined-up government and collaboration, TSI does not see how regulatory budgets would assist such aims ]]></description>
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<title>Construction Products - Proposed European Regulation - Development of UK negotiating line (CLG) - TSI response - November 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/189</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/189</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 63.5KB). TSI believes that certain fundamental requirements from the Construction Products Regulations 1991 have been lost and that the definition of 'construction product' in the proposed new regulation is unclear ]]></description>
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<title>Animal Health and Welfare Framework (Animal Health) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/190</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/190</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 96.3KB). TSI sees the Framework as continuing to develop good partnership working with Animal Health and other government agencies and would like to see the current direct funding continue  ]]></description>
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<title>Amendment of EU Reg 88/2004 0n rules for import controls for high risk feed and food of non-animal origin (Non-POAO) (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/192</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/192</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94.4KB). TSI welcomes the opportunity to comment upon the proposed Regulation ]]></description>
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<title>National Indicators for LAs and LAPs - Deferred Indicators (CLG) - TSI response - October 2008</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/193</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/193</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 104KB). The deferred National Indicators (NIs) include NI 190 - local authority activity in the field of animal health and welfare. TSI firmly believes that, in order to ensure comprehensive delivery of animal health and welfare, such an NI is essential. However, TSI has concerns over the current proposals and puts forward what it believes to be improvements ]]></description>
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<title>Compliance partnerships - Developing the use of 'established means' (OFT) - TSI response - March 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/194</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/194</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 09:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.2KB). TSI firmly believes that the partnership approach is the most effective means of providing enforcement services in today's marketplace ]]></description>
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<title>Compliance partnerships - Developing the use of 'established means' (OFT) - TSI response - March 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/194</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/194</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 09:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.2KB). TSI firmly believes that the partnership approach is the most effective means of providing enforcement services in today's marketplace ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Amendments to the Pedal Bicycles (Safety) Regulations 2003 (DfT) - TSI response - March 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/210</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/210</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 87.1KB). TSI agrees with all the proposals from the Department for Transport ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Amendments to the Pedal Bicycles (Safety) Regulations 2003 (DfT) - TSI response - March 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/210</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/210</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 87.1KB). TSI agrees with all the proposals from the Department for Transport ]]></description>
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<title>Implementation of the Paint Products Regulations 2005 addressing Monitoring and Enforcement Issues (Defra) - TSI response - March 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/211</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/211</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.5KB). TSI does not agree with the delegation of enforcement and monitoring responsibilities to trading standards authorities ]]></description>
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<title>Implementation of the Paint Products Regulations 2005 addressing Monitoring and Enforcement Issues (Defra) - TSI response - March 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/211</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/211</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.5KB). TSI does not agree with the delegation of enforcement and monitoring responsibilities to trading standards authorities ]]></description>
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<title>Financial Inclusion - Ensuring Access to a Basic Bank Account (EC) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/212</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/212</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 13:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99.1KB). TSI shares the objective that every European Union citizen should have access to a basic bank account ]]></description>
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<title>Financial Inclusion - Ensuring Access to a Basic Bank Account (EC) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/212</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/212</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 13:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99.1KB). TSI shares the objective that every European Union citizen should have access to a basic bank account ]]></description>
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<title>New Regulations and Code for Meat Chicken Welfare (DEFRA) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/213</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/213</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94KB). TSI supports the proposed legislation which should lead to an improvement in the welfare of Meat and Breeding Chickens ]]></description>
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<title>New Regulations and Code for Meat Chicken Welfare (DEFRA) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/213</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/213</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94KB). TSI supports the proposed legislation which should lead to an improvement in the welfare of Meat and Breeding Chickens ]]></description>
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<title>Eggs and Chicks (England) Regulations 2009 (DEFRA) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/214</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/214</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99.8KB). TSI points out that the impact assessment fails to take account of enforcement action undertaken by local food authorities ]]></description>
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<title>Eggs and Chicks (England) Regulations 2009 (DEFRA) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/214</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/214</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99.8KB). TSI points out that the impact assessment fails to take account of enforcement action undertaken by local food authorities ]]></description>
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<title>Proposal for a Council Regulation on the Protection of Animals at the Time of Killing (DEFRA) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/215</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/215</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 102KB). TSI broadly supports the measures proposed but feels that there should be more clarity on how it will apply to animals killed on farm by the owner ]]></description>
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<title>Proposal for a Council Regulation on the Protection of Animals at the Time of Killing (DEFRA) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/215</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/215</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 102KB). TSI broadly supports the measures proposed but feels that there should be more clarity on how it will apply to animals killed on farm by the owner ]]></description>
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<title>Public Consultation on the Code for Crown Prosecutors (CPS) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/216</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/216</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI suggests that it would be appropriate for the Code to indicate that ALL non-Crown Prosecution Service prosecutors are required to have regard to the Code ]]></description>
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<title>Public Consultation on the Code for Crown Prosecutors (CPS) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/216</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/216</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92KB). TSI suggests that it would be appropriate for the Code to indicate that ALL non-Crown Prosecution Service prosecutors are required to have regard to the Code ]]></description>
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<title>Revision of OIML D16 Principles of Assurance of Metrological Control (NMO) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/217</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/217</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94.8KB). TSI suggests that the most important factor to emerge from this National Measurement Office consultation is the need for the international document D16 to be implemented in the UK ]]></description>
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<title>Revision of OIML D16 Principles of Assurance of Metrological Control (NMO) - TSI response - April 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/217</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/217</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94.8KB). TSI suggests that the most important factor to emerge from this National Measurement Office consultation is the need for the international document D16 to be implemented in the UK ]]></description>
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<title>Regulating the Sale and Rent Back Market (HM Treasury) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/229</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/229</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 53.3KB). TSI agrees with the Treasury analysis of the market and also agrees that the current lack of specific regulation is detrimental to consumers ]]></description>
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<title>Regulating the Sale and Rent Back Market (HM Treasury) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/229</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/229</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 53.3KB). TSI agrees with the Treasury analysis of the market and also agrees that the current lack of specific regulation is detrimental to consumers ]]></description>
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<title>Regulating Sale and Rent Back: An Interim Regime (Financial Services Authority) - TSI response - May 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/230</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/230</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 57.1KB). TSI agrees that the most severe detriments in the market should be addressed as quickly as possible ]]></description>
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<title>Regulating Sale and Rent Back: An Interim Regime (Financial Services Authority) - TSI response - May 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/230</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/230</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 57.1KB). TSI agrees that the most severe detriments in the market should be addressed as quickly as possible ]]></description>
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<title>Second Charge Lending: OFT Guidance for Brokers and Lenders (OFT) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/232</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/232</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97KB). TSI believes that the guidelines are sufficiently clear ]]></description>
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<title>Second Charge Lending: OFT Guidance for Brokers and Lenders (OFT) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/232</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/232</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97KB). TSI believes that the guidelines are sufficiently clear ]]></description>
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<title>Direct Debit Arrangements (Ofgem) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/233</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/233</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 09:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 52.7KB). TSI commends Ofgem for providing sensible and robust solutions to the problems experienced by domestic energy users in regard to direct debit arrangements - but TSI would have expected the best practice suggested to have come from within the industry ]]></description>
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<title>Direct Debit Arrangements (Ofgem) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/233</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/233</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 09:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 52.7KB). TSI commends Ofgem for providing sensible and robust solutions to the problems experienced by domestic energy users in regard to direct debit arrangements - but TSI would have expected the best practice suggested to have come from within the industry ]]></description>
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<title>Sentencing for Statutory Offences of Fraud - Draft Guideline (Sentencing Guidelines Council) - TSI response - May 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/234</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/234</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 09:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 88.6KB). TSI is in full support of the proposals and particularly welcomes the clear indication that targeting of vulnerable members of society is not to be tolerated ]]></description>
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<title>Sentencing for Statutory Offences of Fraud - Draft Guideline (Sentencing Guidelines Council) - TSI response - May 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/234</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/234</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 09:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 88.6KB). TSI is in full support of the proposals and particularly welcomes the clear indication that targeting of vulnerable members of society is not to be tolerated ]]></description>
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<title>Business Leadership in Consumer Protection (OFT) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/235</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/235</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 09:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 98KB). TSI is pleased to see this discussion document. TSI supports self-regulation that delivers added value to the consumer - good regulation and good enforcement underpin consumer confidence   ]]></description>
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<title>Business Leadership in Consumer Protection (OFT) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/235</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/235</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 09:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 98KB). TSI is pleased to see this discussion document. TSI supports self-regulation that delivers added value to the consumer - good regulation and good enforcement underpin consumer confidence   ]]></description>
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<title>Ticketing and Ticket Touting (DCMS) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/236</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/236</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 11:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 136KB). A 12-page response on a subject about which Trading Standards receive an extremely high volume of consumer complaints ]]></description>
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<title>Ticketing and Ticket Touting (DCMS) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/236</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/236</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 11:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 136KB). A 12-page response on a subject about which Trading Standards receive an extremely high volume of consumer complaints ]]></description>
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<title>Durability Requirements for Belt Weighers (NMO) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/237</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/237</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 13:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 113KB). Response to an international discussion document aimed at providing a clear path for future action ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Durability Requirements for Belt Weighers (NMO) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/237</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/237</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 13:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 113KB). Response to an international discussion document aimed at providing a clear path for future action ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consultation on the Term 'Carbon Neutral': Its Definition and Recommendations for Good Practice - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/239</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/239</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 15:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 310KB). TSI welcomes the introduction of 'carbon neutral' but is aware that, as a voluntary measure, its use is open to abuse ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consultation on the Term 'Carbon Neutral': Its Definition and Recommendations for Good Practice - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/239</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/239</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 15:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 310KB). TSI welcomes the introduction of 'carbon neutral' but is aware that, as a voluntary measure, its use is open to abuse ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Proposed Changes to the Measuring Instruments (Intoxicating Liquor) Regulations 1983 - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/241</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/241</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 12:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99.5KB). TSI response to a National Measurement Office (formerly National Weights & Measures Laboratory, NWML) consultation ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Reforming the Framework for the Economic Regulation of UK Airports (DfT) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/249</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/249</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97KB). TSI calls for Passenger Focus to be given the necessary powers to be able to represent air passengers fully. TSI is concerned, however, that the consultation's proposals could lead to an increase in flight costs with little visible change in the flying experience ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Reforming the Framework for the Economic Regulation of UK Airports (DfT) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/249</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/249</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97KB). TSI calls for Passenger Focus to be given the necessary powers to be able to represent air passengers fully. TSI is concerned, however, that the consultation's proposals could lead to an increase in flight costs with little visible change in the flying experience ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Food Standards Agency Strategy for 2010 to 2015 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/250</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/250</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.1KB). TSI is pleased that the focus of the strategic plan priorities is on an evidential risk based approach and looks forward to involvement in discussions on future legislation ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Food Standards Agency Strategy for 2010 to 2015 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/250</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/250</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.1KB). TSI is pleased that the focus of the strategic plan priorities is on an evidential risk based approach and looks forward to involvement in discussions on future legislation ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Controls on Servicing of Air Conditioning Systems used in Passenger Cars and Car-Derived Vans (DfT) - TSI response - June 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/251</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/251</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 49.2KB). TSI feels there would be merit in placing a specific reference to enforcement by Trading Standards (which would provide an additional tool when dealing with rogue traders) and suggests TSI involvement in training similar to that delivered when the smoking ban was introduced ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Controls on Servicing of Air Conditioning Systems used in Passenger Cars and Car-Derived Vans (DfT) - TSI response - June 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/251</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/251</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 49.2KB). TSI feels there would be merit in placing a specific reference to enforcement by Trading Standards (which would provide an additional tool when dealing with rogue traders) and suggests TSI involvement in training similar to that delivered when the smoking ban was introduced ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Financial Services Strategy on Unsecured Consumer Credit Market (OFT) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/252</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/252</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 90.9KB). TSI believes that, at any time, fairness and responsibility within the financial services industry must be paramount and is pleased to see that the OFT will seek to review its debt management guidance later this year  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Financial Services Strategy on Unsecured Consumer Credit Market (OFT) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/252</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/252</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 90.9KB). TSI believes that, at any time, fairness and responsibility within the financial services industry must be paramount and is pleased to see that the OFT will seek to review its debt management guidance later this year  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Proposal to increase the rate of the ATOL Protection Contribution (CAA) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/253</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/253</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94.3KB). TSI would prefer a more modest increase in the ATOL Protection Charge than that proposed. It points out, however, its belief that the system is out-of-date and confusing, and calls for transparency ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Proposal to increase the rate of the ATOL Protection Contribution (CAA) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/253</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/253</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 94.3KB). TSI would prefer a more modest increase in the ATOL Protection Charge than that proposed. It points out, however, its belief that the system is out-of-date and confusing, and calls for transparency ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Draft Feed (Hygiene and Enforcement) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency Scotland) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/254</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/254</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 16:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97.9KB). A detailed response to the proposal that other enforcement bodies be authorised for primary production ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Draft Feed (Hygiene and Enforcement) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency Scotland) - TSI response - May 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/254</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/254</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 16:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 97.9KB). A detailed response to the proposal that other enforcement bodies be authorised for primary production ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>The Feed (Specified Undesirable Substances) (England) Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/255</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/255</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 98.1KB). TSI welcomes the consultation and agrees with many of the points raised ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>The Feed (Specified Undesirable Substances) (England) Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/255</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/255</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 98.1KB). TSI welcomes the consultation and agrees with many of the points raised ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consultation on changes to the Animal Health Act 1971 (Defra) - TSi response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/256</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/256</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 106KB). TSI agrees that there is a case for amending section 2(2)(b) concerning damage caused by straying animals ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consultation on changes to the Animal Health Act 1971 (Defra) - TSi response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/256</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/256</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 106KB). TSI agrees that there is a case for amending section 2(2)(b) concerning damage caused by straying animals ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Implementation in England of Council Reg 21/2004 as amended on Electronic Identification of Sheep and Goats (Defra) - TSI response - June 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/257</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/257</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 101KB). TSI substantially agrees with the proposals put forward  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Implementation in England of Council Reg 21/2004 as amended on Electronic Identification of Sheep and Goats (Defra) - TSI response - June 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/257</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/257</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 101KB). TSI substantially agrees with the proposals put forward  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Review of Farm Animal Welfare Council (FAWC) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/273</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/273</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92.7KB). TSI states that FAWC has made a major contribution to improving farm animal welfare in GB and could play an important role in the future ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Review of Farm Animal Welfare Council (FAWC) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/273</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/273</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 92.7KB). TSI states that FAWC has made a major contribution to improving farm animal welfare in GB and could play an important role in the future ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>A New Independent Body for Animal Health: A Modern Governance and Funding Structure For Tackling Animal Diseases (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/274</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/274</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI supports the general principle of an independent body, but expresses a number of concerns on the proposals as set out in the consultation document ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>A New Independent Body for Animal Health: A Modern Governance and Funding Structure For Tackling Animal Diseases (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response - June 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/274</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/274</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI supports the general principle of an independent body, but expresses a number of concerns on the proposals as set out in the consultation document ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consultation Paper for discussion on the follow-up to the Green Paper on Consumer Collective Redress (European Commission) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/279</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/279</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 104KB). TSI favours an option not mentioned in the Consultation Paper - a binding instrument establishing a detailed harmonised EU-wide judicial collective redress mechanism including collective ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Consultation Paper for discussion on the follow-up to the Green Paper on Consumer Collective Redress (European Commission) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/279</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/279</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 104KB). TSI favours an option not mentioned in the Consultation Paper - a binding instrument establishing a detailed harmonised EU-wide judicial collective redress mechanism including collective ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 Consolidating Orders and Codes of Practice Consultation (Home Office) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/288</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/288</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 245KB). TSI is on record as being a continuous advocate for RIPA-regulated application of covert investigatory techniques by local authority trading standards services and professionals ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 Consolidating Orders and Codes of Practice Consultation (Home Office) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/288</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/288</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 245KB). TSI is on record as being a continuous advocate for RIPA-regulated application of covert investigatory techniques by local authority trading standards services and professionals ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Transparency in Professional Fees (RICS) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/290</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/290</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 10:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 105KB). A detailed response to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors consultation ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Transparency in Professional Fees (RICS) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/290</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/290</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 10:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 105KB). A detailed response to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors consultation ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Veterinary Checks on Rabies-Susceptible Animals from outside the European Union (Defra) (extent=UK) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/291</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/291</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 90.3KB). TSI believes that the controls currently in place in the UK have been effective in keeping the country rabies-free but acknowledges the consequences should the EU choose to take action against the UK for not meeting EU rules ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Veterinary Checks on Rabies-Susceptible Animals from outside the European Union (Defra) (extent=UK) - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/291</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/291</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 90.3KB). TSI believes that the controls currently in place in the UK have been effective in keeping the country rabies-free but acknowledges the consequences should the EU choose to take action against the UK for not meeting EU rules ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Lord Justice Jackson's Civil Litigation Cost Review - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/292</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/292</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 55.4KB). TSI welcomes this already massive and impressive piece of work and confines its comments to paragraphs 2.5 and 2.6 on page 261 which pertain to unfair commercial practices ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Lord Justice Jackson's Civil Litigation Cost Review - TSI response - July 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/292</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/292</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 55.4KB). TSI welcomes this already massive and impressive piece of work and confines its comments to paragraphs 2.5 and 2.6 on page 261 which pertain to unfair commercial practices ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Safe, Sensible, Social. Selling Alcohol Responsibly: Consultation on the new Code of Practice for Alcohol Retailers (Home Office) (extent=E/W) - TSI response - August 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/293</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/293</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 122KB). A wide-ranging response in which TSI highlights the online sale of alcohol to the underaged and would welcome the opportunity to contribute its expertise to the production of a robust and manageable system in this area  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Safe, Sensible, Social. Selling Alcohol Responsibly: Consultation on the new Code of Practice for Alcohol Retailers (Home Office) (extent=E/W) - TSI response - August 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/293</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/293</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 122KB). A wide-ranging response in which TSI highlights the online sale of alcohol to the underaged and would welcome the opportunity to contribute its expertise to the production of a robust and manageable system in this area  ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>A Strategy for the National Measurement System 2010-2014 (NMO) - TSI response - August 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/297</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/297</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 107KB). TSI notes the absence of due reference to 'consumers' and 'citizens' in the proposed Strategy. TSI also emphasises the value of local expertise and calls for a link between expertise at national level and that at the local level ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>A Strategy for the National Measurement System 2010-2014 (NMO) - TSI response - August 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/297</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/297</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 107KB). TSI notes the absence of due reference to 'consumers' and 'citizens' in the proposed Strategy. TSI also emphasises the value of local expertise and calls for a link between expertise at national level and that at the local level ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Supplementary Consultation on the Implmentation in England of Electronic Identification of Sheep (EID) and Individual Recording for Sheep and Goats (Defra) - TSI response - August 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/298</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/298</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99KB). TSI generally supports the proposals ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Supplementary Consultation on the Implmentation in England of Electronic Identification of Sheep (EID) and Individual Recording for Sheep and Goats (Defra) - TSI response - August 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/298</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/298</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 99KB). TSI generally supports the proposals ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Draft Estate Agents Record Keeping Regulations and Draft Guidance (BIS) - TSI response - September 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/307</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/307</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (89.8 KB). TSI sees the proposed measures as a positive step towards improving the transparency of the house buying and selling process ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Draft Estate Agents Record Keeping Regulations and Draft Guidance (BIS) - TSI response - September 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/307</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/307</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (89.8 KB). TSI sees the proposed measures as a positive step towards improving the transparency of the house buying and selling process ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Contingency Plan for Exotic Diseases of Animals - 2009 Annual Review (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/308</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/308</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (110 KB). TSI is supportive of the proposed changes and is pleased to note that African Horse Sickness has been added to the list of diseases for which the plan will be invoked  ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Contingency Plan for Exotic Diseases of Animals - 2009 Annual Review (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/308</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/308</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (110 KB). TSI is supportive of the proposed changes and is pleased to note that African Horse Sickness has been added to the list of diseases for which the plan will be invoked  ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Draft Legislative Programme (HM Government) - TSI response - September 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/309</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/309</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (113 KB). TSI had hoped that there might be more for consumers in the Draft Legislative Programme and urges the Government to adopt the Consumer Insurance (Disclosure and Representation) Bill in the Queen's Speech   ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Draft Legislative Programme (HM Government) - TSI response - September 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/309</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/309</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (113 KB). TSI had hoped that there might be more for consumers in the Draft Legislative Programme and urges the Government to adopt the Consumer Insurance (Disclosure and Representation) Bill in the Queen's Speech   ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Review of Regulatory Framework (England) (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/328</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/328</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 75.7KB). TSI urges the FSA to look at alternative enforcement strategies for food standards work as the options available at present (written warnings/prosecution) are restrictive for both regulators and business   ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Review of Regulatory Framework (England) (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/328</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/328</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 75.7KB). TSI urges the FSA to look at alternative enforcement strategies for food standards work as the options available at present (written warnings/prosecution) are restrictive for both regulators and business   ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Development of Indicators for a Sustainable Food System (Defra) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/329</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/329</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 69.2KB). TSI offers some points for consideration in a brief but wide-ranging response ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Development of Indicators for a Sustainable Food System (Defra) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/329</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/329</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 69.2KB). TSI offers some points for consideration in a brief but wide-ranging response ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Irresponsible Lending (OFT) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/330</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/330</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 129KB). A particularly detailed response ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Irresponsible Lending (OFT) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/330</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/330</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 129KB). A particularly detailed response ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labelling for Pre-Packed Foods sold through Retail Outlets in the UK (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - November 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/335</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/335</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 133KB). TSI agrees with most of the FSA proposals but would not like to see breakfast cereals being exempt from requirements due to recent surveys finding high sugar content in some (especially children's) breakfast cereals  ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labelling for Pre-Packed Foods sold through Retail Outlets in the UK (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - November 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/335</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/335</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 133KB). TSI agrees with most of the FSA proposals but would not like to see breakfast cereals being exempt from requirements due to recent surveys finding high sugar content in some (especially children's) breakfast cereals  ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Official Feed and Food Controls (England) Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - November 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/336</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/336</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 116KB). TSI is delighted to see that the proposed regulations update legal definitions and powers of enforcement authorities. There is a feeling, however, that food provisions have been emphasised above those of feed and that this imbalance may need to be addressed ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Official Feed and Food Controls (England) Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - November 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/336</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/336</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 116KB). TSI is delighted to see that the proposed regulations update legal definitions and powers of enforcement authorities. There is a feeling, however, that food provisions have been emphasised above those of feed and that this imbalance may need to be addressed ]]></description>
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<title>Consultation on the Pyrotechnic Articles (Safety) Regulations 2009 (BIS) (extent=UK) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/337</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/337</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.5KB). These Regulations will implement the EU Directive on Pyrotechnics which covers, inter alia, fireworks. TSI agrees with the definition of fireworks which are subject to prohibition, but calls for the inclusion of a mechanism to prohibit novel fireworks which subsequently prove to have a similar nuisance value or be a danger to the public. TSI also suggests that all consumer fireworks whould be subject to one age limit ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Consultation on the Pyrotechnic Articles (Safety) Regulations 2009 (BIS) (extent=UK) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/337</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/337</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 95.5KB). These Regulations will implement the EU Directive on Pyrotechnics which covers, inter alia, fireworks. TSI agrees with the definition of fireworks which are subject to prohibition, but calls for the inclusion of a mechanism to prohibit novel fireworks which subsequently prove to have a similar nuisance value or be a danger to the public. TSI also suggests that all consumer fireworks whould be subject to one age limit ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Transparency (OFT) (extent=UK) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/338</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/338</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 107KB). TSI welcomes the OFT proposals to improve the transparency of OFT work and actions ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Transparency (OFT) (extent=UK) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/338</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/338</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 107KB). TSI welcomes the OFT proposals to improve the transparency of OFT work and actions ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Review of Regulatory Framework (Food Standards Agency) (extent=England) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/339</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/339</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 75.7KB). Whilst expressing general support for the Food Standards Agency's regulatory work, TSI makes suggestions for improved links with local authority practitioners and calls for greater prominence to consultations affecting the business community in order to enable businesses to be involved in the early stages of changes rather than raising issues once new legislation is in place ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Review of Regulatory Framework (Food Standards Agency) (extent=England) - TSI response - October 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/339</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/339</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 75.7KB). Whilst expressing general support for the Food Standards Agency's regulatory work, TSI makes suggestions for improved links with local authority practitioners and calls for greater prominence to consultations affecting the business community in order to enable businesses to be involved in the early stages of changes rather than raising issues once new legislation is in place ]]></description>
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<title>2010 Non-Statutory Surveillance Plan for Veterinary Residues (VRC) (extent=UK) - TSI response - November 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/344</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/344</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 115KB). Welcoming this Veterinary Residues Committee consultation, TSI acknowledges the amount of work carried out by the VRC and calls for wider publicity for it. ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>2010 Non-Statutory Surveillance Plan for Veterinary Residues (VRC) (extent=UK) - TSI response - November 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/344</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/344</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 115KB). Welcoming this Veterinary Residues Committee consultation, TSI acknowledges the amount of work carried out by the VRC and calls for wider publicity for it. ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Amendment to Schedules 1 and 3 to the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (BIS) (extent=UK) - TSI response - December 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/364</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/364</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 126KB). TSI believes that the proposed specification for test fabric is too detailed and suggests that used in British Standards BS 7176 and BS 7177. TSI reiterates its view that the Regulations as a whole need to be amended in order to iron out various enforcement difficulties ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Amendment to Schedules 1 and 3 to the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (BIS) (extent=UK) - TSI response - December 2009 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/364</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/364</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 126KB). TSI believes that the proposed specification for test fabric is too detailed and suggests that used in British Standards BS 7176 and BS 7177. TSI reiterates its view that the Regulations as a whole need to be amended in order to iron out various enforcement difficulties ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Review of Communications with Local Authorities during Incidents (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - December 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/365</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/365</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI supports the Food Standards Agency's suggested course of action ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Review of Communications with Local Authorities during Incidents (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - December 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/365</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/365</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI supports the Food Standards Agency's suggested course of action ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Tobacco Control Regulations for England (DH) - TSI response - January 2010 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/366</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/366</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 336KB). TSI welcomes the proposed regulations with certain reservations. Furthermore, it does not believe that the proposed regulations concerning the prohibition of the sale of tobacco from vending machines will be enforceable     ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Proposed Tobacco Control Regulations for England (DH) - TSI response - January 2010 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/366</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/366</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 336KB). TSI welcomes the proposed regulations with certain reservations. Furthermore, it does not believe that the proposed regulations concerning the prohibition of the sale of tobacco from vending machines will be enforceable     ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Product Placement on Television (DCMS) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/367</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/367</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 131KB). TSI would like to see that certain products (for example sub-prime financial products, credit products, age-restricted products) are either heavily controlled or banned from being advertised in this manner. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Product Placement on Television (DCMS) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/367</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/367</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 131KB). TSI would like to see that certain products (for example sub-prime financial products, credit products, age-restricted products) are either heavily controlled or banned from being advertised in this manner. ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Companies Act 2006: Objecting to a Registered Office Address (BIS) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/375</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/375</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 118KB). TSI would like to see PO Boxes and Mail Forwarding Addresses banned from being used as Registered Office Addresses. TSI also calls for more transparency when dealing with accommodation addresses ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Companies Act 2006: Objecting to a Registered Office Address (BIS) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/375</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/375</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 118KB). TSI would like to see PO Boxes and Mail Forwarding Addresses banned from being used as Registered Office Addresses. TSI also calls for more transparency when dealing with accommodation addresses ]]></description>
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<title>Proposal to amend the Animal Gatherings (England) Order 2006 and related procedures (DEFRA) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/379</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/379</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 107KB). TSI is of the opinion that the proposal could lead to a lowering of bio-security standards at markets and shows.   ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Proposal to amend the Animal Gatherings (England) Order 2006 and related procedures (DEFRA) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/379</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/379</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 107KB). TSI is of the opinion that the proposal could lead to a lowering of bio-security standards at markets and shows.   ]]></description>
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<title>Draft SI: The Foodstuffs Suitable for People Intolerant to Gluten (England) Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/380</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/380</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 120KB). A detailed response in which TSI urges the FSA to ensure that any guidance issued provides clarity for all concerned - consumers, trade, and enforcement bodies. ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Draft SI: The Foodstuffs Suitable for People Intolerant to Gluten (England) Regulations 2009 (Food Standards Agency) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/380</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/380</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 120KB). A detailed response in which TSI urges the FSA to ensure that any guidance issued provides clarity for all concerned - consumers, trade, and enforcement bodies. ]]></description>
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<title>Consumer Focus Wales Draft Annual Plan 2010-2011 (Consumer Focus Wales) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/384</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/384</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 115KB). TSI cites the common interests held by itself and Consumer Focus Wales and states that they would be better served through partnership working. ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Consumer Focus Wales Draft Annual Plan 2010-2011 (Consumer Focus Wales) - TSI response - January 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/384</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/384</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 115KB). TSI cites the common interests held by itself and Consumer Focus Wales and states that they would be better served through partnership working. ]]></description>
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<item>
<title>Consumer Focus Draft Annual Plan 2010-2011 - TSI response - February 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/395</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/395</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 147KB). TSI regrets that no direct reference to Trading Standards is made in the draft plan and points out that the Consumer Focus predecessor consumer organisations consistently championed the TS service. Indeed, in many ways, Consumer Focus and Trading Standards are striving for the ssame objectives. ]]></description>
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<title>Consumer Focus Draft Annual Plan 2010-2011 - TSI response - February 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/395</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/395</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 147KB). TSI regrets that no direct reference to Trading Standards is made in the draft plan and points out that the Consumer Focus predecessor consumer organisations consistently championed the TS service. Indeed, in many ways, Consumer Focus and Trading Standards are striving for the ssame objectives. ]]></description>
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<title>OFT Draft Annual Plan 2010-2011 - TSI response - February 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/396</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/396</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 131kb). TSI is encouraged to see several references and recognitions of OFT/Trading Standards interdependancy although there are some surprising omissions. ]]></description>
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<title>OFT Draft Annual Plan 2010-2011 - TSI response - February 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/396</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/396</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 131kb). TSI is encouraged to see several references and recognitions of OFT/Trading Standards interdependancy although there are some surprising omissions. ]]></description>
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<title>Consultation on IP Section of Lord Justice Jackson's Review of Civil Litigation Costs (IPO) - TSI response - February 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/397</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/397</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 119KB). TSI supports the recommendations made in the Final Report of Lord Justice Jackson's Review of Civil Litigation Costs and welcomes the idea of a small claims track and a fast track (depending upon the monetary value of the claims being made), believing that they will benefit small and medium enterprises taking action. ]]></description>
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<title>Consultation on IP Section of Lord Justice Jackson's Review of Civil Litigation Costs (IPO) - TSI response - February 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/397</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/397</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 119KB). TSI supports the recommendations made in the Final Report of Lord Justice Jackson's Review of Civil Litigation Costs and welcomes the idea of a small claims track and a fast track (depending upon the monetary value of the claims being made), believing that they will benefit small and medium enterprises taking action. ]]></description>
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<title>Proposals for reducing the administrative burden when applying Reg 5 of the Meat Products (England) Regulations 2003 - Food Standards Agency - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/409</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/409</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 129KB). TSI strongly supports the adoption of Option 4 which would leave Regulation 5 unchanged but offer guidance on its application together with step-by-step flow diagrams. ]]></description>
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<title>Proposals for reducing the administrative burden when applying Reg 5 of the Meat Products (England) Regulations 2003 - Food Standards Agency - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/409</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/409</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 129KB). TSI strongly supports the adoption of Option 4 which would leave Regulation 5 unchanged but offer guidance on its application together with step-by-step flow diagrams. ]]></description>
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<title>The Role and Powers of the Consumer Advocate (BIS) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/410</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/410</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 123KB). TSI believes that the creation of the Consumer Advocate is both important and timely. We look forward to working with the Consumer Advocate and are confident that our roles will be mutually complementary.  ]]></description>
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<title>The Role and Powers of the Consumer Advocate (BIS) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010 </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/410</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/410</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 123KB). TSI believes that the creation of the Consumer Advocate is both important and timely. We look forward to working with the Consumer Advocate and are confident that our roles will be mutually complementary.  ]]></description>
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<title>Provision of Calorie Labelling at Point of Choice in Catering Outlets (Food Standards Agency) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/415</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/415</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 118KB). TSI welcomes this initiative to provide consumers with meaningful and reliable information which will potentially mean that consumers can make more informed choices and that businesses offering healthier choices can effectively market their products. ]]></description>
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<title>Provision of Calorie Labelling at Point of Choice in Catering Outlets (Food Standards Agency) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/415</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/415</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 118KB). TSI welcomes this initiative to provide consumers with meaningful and reliable information which will potentially mean that consumers can make more informed choices and that businesses offering healthier choices can effectively market their products. ]]></description>
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<title>Plans to implement Council Directive 92/35/EEC on the control of African Horse Sickness (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/416</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/416</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 111KB). TSI shares Defra's concern regarding the possible serious implications should an outbreak of African Horse Sickness occur in the UK. It notes that enforcement will be by local authorities (LAs) and calls upon Defra to provide full practical and financial support to ensure that LAs are equipped to deal with an outbreak. ]]></description>
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<title>Plans to implement Council Directive 92/35/EEC on the control of African Horse Sickness (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/416</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/416</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 111KB). TSI shares Defra's concern regarding the possible serious implications should an outbreak of African Horse Sickness occur in the UK. It notes that enforcement will be by local authorities (LAs) and calls upon Defra to provide full practical and financial support to ensure that LAs are equipped to deal with an outbreak. ]]></description>
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<title>Review of Consumer Credit Licensing Fees (OFT) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/417</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/417</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 123 KB). TSI welcomes this review, citing some imbalances that would be addressed by a revision in fees. ]]></description>
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<title>Review of Consumer Credit Licensing Fees (OFT) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/417</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/417</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 123 KB). TSI welcomes this review, citing some imbalances that would be addressed by a revision in fees. ]]></description>
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<title>Plans to implement Council Directive 92/119/EEC on the control of the Specified Diseases (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response - March 2010  </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/418</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/418</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI supports Defra's preferred option to split the diseases into two groups and introduce a separate Statutory Instrument (SI) for each. TSI notes that the SIs will add to the mountain of Animal Health legislation already in force, much of which could be consolidated. ]]></description>
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<title>Plans to implement Council Directive 92/119/EEC on the control of the Specified Diseases (Defra) (extent=E) - TSI response - March 2010  </title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/418</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/418</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 114KB). TSI supports Defra's preferred option to split the diseases into two groups and introduce a separate Statutory Instrument (SI) for each. TSI notes that the SIs will add to the mountain of Animal Health legislation already in force, much of which could be consolidated. ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Guidance for Second Hand Car Dealers (OFT) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/419</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/419</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 138KB). TSI has been working with the OFT on this draft guidance on compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regs 2008 and the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended) and the OFT hosted a meeting to take the views of Trading Standards Officers. TSI now responds to the draft guidance line-by-line. ]]></description>
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<title>Draft Guidance for Second Hand Car Dealers (OFT) (extent=UK) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/419</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/419</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 138KB). TSI has been working with the OFT on this draft guidance on compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regs 2008 and the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended) and the OFT hosted a meeting to take the views of Trading Standards Officers. TSI now responds to the draft guidance line-by-line. ]]></description>
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<title>Proposal to ban the use of Bills of Sale for consumer lending (BIS) (extent=E/W) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/420</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/420</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 192KB). TSI calls for a suite of measures: (1) repeal of the Bills of Sale Acts, (2) repeal of the Hire Purchase Act 1964, and (3) recording of car finance agreements as a 'licence condition' under the Consumer Credit Act 1974. The response includes an extended introduction tracing the history behind the current use of Bills of Sale for consumer lending. ]]></description>
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<title>Proposal to ban the use of Bills of Sale for consumer lending (BIS) (extent=E/W) - TSI response - March 2010</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/420</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/420</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 192KB). TSI calls for a suite of measures: (1) repeal of the Bills of Sale Acts, (2) repeal of the Hire Purchase Act 1964, and (3) recording of car finance agreements as a 'licence condition' under the Consumer Credit Act 1974. The response includes an extended introduction tracing the history behind the current use of Bills of Sale for consumer lending. ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (England) Regulations (Defra) - TSI response - December 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/422</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/422</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 122KB). TSI is supportive of most of the proposals in this consultation document.  ]]></description>
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<title>Proposed Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (England) Regulations (Defra) - TSI response - December 2009</title>
<link>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/422</link>
<guid>http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/policy/policy-consitem.cfm/newsid/422</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ TSI response (PDF 122KB). TSI is supportive of most of the proposals in this consultation document.  ]]></description>
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