Trusted Trader Week 2026
Trusted Trader Week (7-11 September 2026) is a timely reminder that help is available when it comes to choosing a reliable local business for work in and around the home.
Moray Council's Trusted Trader scheme helps householders find local traders who have been vetted by the council's Trading Standards team and have committed to operating in a legal and fair way. Backed by Police Scotland, the scheme provides an extra level of reassurance for anyone looking to hire a local business.
The online directory includes a growing range of approved traders; from joiners, electricians and plumbers to decorators and tree services companies. Users can search the directory to find trusted local businesses, knowing that the company has passed a strict vetting process.
The scheme plays an important role in helping protect consumers from rogue traders. Moray Council's Trading Standards team continues to deal with complaints from householders who have experienced poor-quality work, with the cost of putting problems right running into significant sums across the region.
For local businesses, becoming a Trusted Trader is an opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to high standards of customer service and consumer protection. Membership allows businesses to use the Moray Trusted Trader branding, feature in the official directory supported by Police Scotland and showcase customer feedback through the scheme's reviews platform.
As Trusted Trader Week is marked across Moray, residents are being encouraged to consider using the scheme the next time they need work carried out at home, while local traders who share its commitment to quality and fairness are invited to find out more about joining.
Information on approved traders and details of how businesses can apply are available through the Moray Trusted Trader website and Moray Council's website.