A recent operation in Barnet, north London, uncovered nearly 50,000 illicit goods, including cigarettes, tobacco, and vapes, across multiple shops. One notable discovery involved a hydraulic lift constructed to secretly hold illegal cigarette stock. Another business attempted to hide products in a nearby vehicle during undercover test purchases. Barnet Council leader Barry Rawlings emphasized the importance of fair trading and the enforcement actions that may follow, including potential prosecutions and closures, to protect residents from exploitation by dishonest traders.
This moment illustrates a significant violation of trade laws, where over 50,000 illegal goods including cigarettes and vapes were discovered hidden in Barnet.
The use of a hydraulic lift to conceal illicit cigarettes showcases the extent some traders will go to exploit local regulations.
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