Trading Standards: Law & Practice is an authoritative & comprehensive guide for everyone concerned with the implementation of trading standards law. This book covers the full range of the work undertaken by trading standards officers in local authorities. This user friendly text provides in respect of each offence clear & exhaustive analysis of the law including case law & their application wording of the statutory provision plus authoritative commentary & analysis of the practical issues. Whats new? This new edition will cover all recent developments in trading standards with informed commentary on new legislation & case law including: * Full analysis of the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 * Comprehensive intellectual property case law update * Coverage extending to Scotland * New chapters on animal welfare food & environmental trading standards