British Hallmarking Council

The British Hallmarking Council (BHC) is the statutory body overseeing the hallmarking system in the UK, ensuring precious metals adhere to legal standards of purity and authenticity. Its decisions directly influence assay office operations, hallmark integrity, compliance burdens, import regulations, and retailer liability. Jewellery Focus delivers thorough coverage of the BHC’s policy updates, statutory reviews, consultation outcomes, and enforcement actions, offering insight into how changes to hallmarking rules impact design, manufacturing, sourcing, and retail risk. Our specialist reporting helps jewellers, manufacturers, assay offices, and suppliers understand and adapt to evolving hallmarking legislation, maintain compliance, and uphold consumer confidence across the UK market.