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The CMA has today launched a brand-new campaign “The Online Rip-Off Tip-Off” to help shoppers spot and avoid misleading online practices that could result in them being ripped off.
A new poll of 2,000 UK adults has revealed that over half (54%) of late-night online shoppers said they had done so while drinking alcohol and more than 8 in 10 (86%) shopped while distracted watching TV, leaving them vulnerable...
The CMA is launching a new phase of its successful ‘Online Rip-Off Tip-Off’ campaign, which this year is urging consumers to report online rip-offs via a new digital reporting form.
Two art investment companies who fraudulently took more than half a million pounds from investors have been wound up by the court.
New law will see touts using automated software to bulk buy tickets for resale on secondary ticketing sites at inflated prices face an unlimited fine
Over 90 works from across the UK, including pieces by Alberta Whittle, Jamie Crewe, Rabiya Choudhry and Atelier E.B, will join the prestigious collection.
New powers unveiled aimed at boosting competition, clamping down on subscription traps and fake reviews
Business Secretary and Consumer Minister unveil consumer protection reforms
Government makes changes to the Online Safety Bill to tackle scams and fraud
Reforms to shield the public from rip-offs and boost competition.
Whether you’re doing a spot of decorating or are a professional interior designer, one thing most people agree on is that it’s the personal touches that make a house a home.
Two companies involved in a fraudulent art investment scheme have been wound-up by the court after abusing almost £1 million of investors’ money.
Independent Venue Week’s action to clamp down on secondary ticket touts has been welcomed by Minister for the Creative Industries, Margot James.
Rip-off card charges will be consigned to history, after Ministers act to end these unfair fees for millions of people across the country.
Rip-off pedicab drivers who charge extortionate fares to take passengers on short journeys are to be driven off the road under government proposals.
An Insolvency Service investigation has led to two companies involved in the valuation and selling of fancy coloured diamonds being shut down.
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