LBRO - Better for consumers, workers and the environment

Better for Consumers, Workers and the Environment

Councils play a bigger role in protecting communities than many people realise.

By enforcing the laws that the government sets, they make sure that food is safe, air is clean, and goods are sold fairly. Council trading standards, environmental health and licensing staff can be a great source of free and impartial advice about your rights - even before something goes wrong.

These regulatory services don't just protect consumers. They also ensure that workplaces are safe and that businesses follow the rules on protecting the environment.

The Local Better Regulation Office is helping local authorities protect consumers, workers and the environment more effectively.

To find out more about your legal rights or how to contact your council visit the websites listed in our useful links section.

If you have an idea about how to improve local regulation, you make a suggestion to the Government at www.betterregulation.gov.uk

For advice about your consumer rights and help with contacting your council, visit www.direct.gov.uk