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CMA response to DBT’s call for evidence on the package travel legislation

The CMA has published its response to the Department for Business and Trade’s call for evidence on the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018.

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The CMA has responded to DBT’s call for evidence Package travel legislation: updating the framework.

The CMA investigated suspected breaches of consumer protection law in the package holiday sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. This enforcement action secured more than £200 million of refunds for consumers.  The response offers the CMA’s advice to DBT on how changes to the package travel regulations may impact consumers and competition.

For queries relating to the CMA’s response, please contact the CMA advocacy team by email at advocacy@cma.gov.uk.

Published 9 February 2024