What's it all about?

The aim of the Buy with Confidence scheme is to help consumers to avoid rip-offs and cowboys by providing a list of reputable local businesses, in a wide range of different trades. Member companies have been independently checked by staff from the local authority Trading Standards Service against the Scheme rules.

Who is running the scheme?

The scheme is run by Trading Standards departments in a number of County and Local Authorities. Please see our Areas We Cover web page to see a fill list of member Authorities and relevant contact details.

How can I be sure that the businesses on the scheme are reliable?

All members are subjected to stringent checks by Trading Standards staff to ensure their trustworthiness and compliance with the law. Levels of consumer complaints against members are also monitored on a regular basis.