Leicestershire car boot sellers may be unknowingly breaking the law

Leicestershire car boot sellers are warned they may be unknowingly breaking the law, particularly if they buy goods to resell or make items for sale. This could classify them as traders. Trading Standards officials clarified that even infrequent sellers who buy goods specifically for resale are considered traders. This means they must adhere to specific legal requirements, including displaying business information and complying with consumer rights. The warning comes as car boot sale season begins, emphasizing the need for sellers to understand their obligations regarding product safety, fair trading, and consumer rights, including refund policies.