Introduction to the Trader Register

The Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent Trader Register is not an approval scheme but is a register of businesses in the Staffordshire area. It is promoted by Trading Standards and its partner agencies to consumers in the county to help them find a reputable trader.

In order to be registered with the scheme you will have to demonstrate a commitment to fair and honest trade, provide good customer service and work alongside trading standards. Traders also need to have a minimum of £2million Public Liability Insurance and £5million Employer's Liability, if applicable.

Traders must also agree to abide by our code of practice, a copy of which is available to download. If you do join our Trader Register scheme you will be able to use the logo in your advertising.

Membership is free. Traders can either apply online by going to the New Trader Registrations page above or contact the team for an application pack by post.

If you are a trader interested in joining the Register you may wish to have a look at the Code of Practice  which stipulates exactly what is expected of Traders signing up to the Register.