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Emma’s Hot Topics

Emma’s Hot Topics

By: Emma Honey
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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.

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Episodes
  • Tackling illicit tobacco on our high streets

    Tackling illicit tobacco on our high streets
    Nov 11 2025

    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.
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    9 mins
  • The Power of the Pause – Why Taking a Break Matters

    The Power of the Pause – Why Taking a Break Matters
    Oct 30 2025

    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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    10 mins
  • Navigating Government Guidance: Tobacco Industry Engagement

    Navigating Government Guidance: Tobacco Industry Engagement
    Oct 10 2025

    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.
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    9 mins
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