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Retail and Consumer

Consumer credit reform in the UK: where now?

A consultation response is likely later in 2023 but reform could transform consumer and small business finance markets
Retail and Consumer

Italy implements the 'Omnibus' Directive 

New information requirements, unfair commercial practices and sanctions are among the provisions that apply from April
Retail and Consumer

UK's Ofcom opens consultation on HFSS advertising restrictions

The ASA has been confirmed as the regulator primarily responsible for enforcement, including for material online
Dark Patterns

Dark patterns and sustainability remain a target for Poland's consumer protection authority

Entrepreneurs in Poland need to be aware that consumer protection probes and proceedings are not slowing down
Commercial

Enforcement risks mount in Germany for comparison and intermediary platforms

German watchdog is pursuing misleading behaviour and lack of transparency on ranking, reviews and market coverage
Tech, Media and Comms

A new reality dawns for Polish e-commerce in 2023

Businesses and consumers in Poland will need to adjust to the implementation of three new European regulations
Digitalisation

UK regulators ask how AI and Big Tech can transform financial services

Is reform needed following Big Tech's entry into financial services and the introduction of AI and machine learning?
Competition, antitrust and trade

UK to legislate to empower Digital Markets Unit and to protect consumers

The government will update consumer law and equip the new unit with powers to regulate powerful digital firms
Competition, antitrust and trade

A New Deal for UK consumers?

A government consultation is proposing an overhaul of UK consumer and competition law policy.

The New Deal for Consumers

What is the New Deal For Consumers?

As the 'New Deal for Consumers' navigates the EU's legislative process, what is the progress so far, what prompted the