National Trading Standards Board (NTSB)

I also attended my first NTSB meeting.  Under Lord Harris's chairmanship I was greatly heartened to hear the great work being undertaken by colleagues up and down the country.    Projects as diverse as the illegal money lending team, safety at ports, e-crime and scambusters are having real impact on some of the most vulnerable members of our society.  The way the board have come together over the last year is a real testament to both the leadership of Lord Harris (and David Collinson before him) and the contribution of all who attend.  As the accountable officer to government for the NTSB spend I was also reassured by the level of scrutiny and oversight the board provide