Emma’s Hot Topics

Emma Honey

A little dose of insight, inspiration and investigation from the world of Trading Standards.

From tackling illicit goods and ethical enforcement, to mentoring tips and multi agency collaboration, this podcast is your space to stay informed, stay curious and stay connected.

Whether you’re on your morning commute, studying for your exam exams or grabbing a coffee, tuning and let’s explore the hot topics shaping our profession together.

5 Episodes

Tackling illicit tobacco on our high streets
11/11/2025
9:12
Illicit Tobacco is thriving in the shadows of crime. Behind every packet sold under the counter, there’s a darker story to be told of vulnerable people trafficked, children targeted, and criminal networks thriving.Every raid, every seizure, every counterfeit cigarette removed from circulation is a strike against a system that profits from misery.
The Power of the Pause – Why Taking a Break Matters
10/30/2025
10:08
This week’s post is all about the importance of taking a break.We’re diving into why rest matters, how we can find balance in a demanding role, and how to truly switch off—because let’s be honest, switching off isn’t always easy.
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Navigating Government Guidance: Tobacco Industry Engagement
10/10/2025
8:41
Our role as Trading Standards Officers allows us to engage with many different organisations, brands and partner agencies. But it is important to remember that there are strict limitations when it comes to engaging with the tobacco industry.
Supporting Local Businesses Through Education: The Role of Trading Standards
10/9/2025
10:01
Our main goal as Trading Standards Officers is to ensure compliance, and we can do this by building trust, protecting consumers and creating a level playing field for businesses. Yes, enforcement is a tool we possess, but how much compliance could we also achieve if we also used education?
Anybody Can Be a Scam Victim – Including You
10/8/2025
10:49
As Trading Standards Officers, we spend our days protecting others from fraudulent scams, but how often do we stop to consider our own vulnerability?

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Emma’s Hot Topics

Emma Honey

5 Episodes

Tackling illicit tobacco on our high streets

The Power of the Pause – Why Taking a Break Matters

Navigating Government Guidance: Tobacco Industry Engagement

Supporting Local Businesses Through Education: The Role of Trading Standards

Anybody Can Be a Scam Victim – Including You