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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.
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.
University courses that fail to deliver good outcomes, with high drop-out rates and poor employment prospects will be subject to strict controls.
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...
New powers unveiled aimed at boosting competition, clamping down on subscription traps and fake reviews
Business Secretary and Consumer Minister unveil consumer protection reforms
What the government is doing to protect online consumers and why.
Reforms to shield the public from rip-offs and boost competition.
More than 1,000 products being tested from major online marketplaces to ensure Christmas gifts are safe.
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