The local trading standards office for Basildon District is based in Chelmsford and is a service provided by Essex County Council.
Essex County Council Trading StandardsWebsite: Trading Standards at Essex County Council
Email: advice.unit@essexcc.gov.uk
Phone: 08454 040 506
The Trading Standards Institute
A one stop shop for consumer protection information. Provides a wealth of information for consumers, businesses, schools, advice & information centres, community organisations, local councils, business support agencies and trade associations.
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Trading Standards Institute Business Companion
Offers information that may be of use to your business. There are guidance leaflets, information on product recall, as well as details of code of conduct.
The European Consumer Centre for Services provides general information on consumer laws and rights when buying a service in another EU member state, as well as contact details for organisations that could provide practical assistance in the case of a dispute.
Visit the European Consumer Centre for Services (ECCS).