Dutch ACM Updates

Sep 16, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has projected a 3.38% increase in network tariffs for households and businesses in 2026, amounting to an additional 25 euros per year for average households.

Sep 12, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the importance of clear communication from housing corporations to tenants regarding the costs associated with switching to heat networks, as uncertainty hampers the transition.

Sep 12, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has highlighted the financial struggles of organic farmers and recommended measures to enhance sustainability in the food production chain.

Sep 11, 2025

Dutch department store De Bijenkorf has removed misleading sustainability claims from its website following action from the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM).

Sep 10, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has opened a pop-up warranty store in Utrecht Central Station to raise awareness about consumer warranty rights, following a surge in warranty-related complaints.

Sep 9, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has initiated an investigation into Snapchat for potentially violating the Digital Services Act by allowing the sale of vaping products to minors.

Aug 26, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has initiated an awareness campaign to inform users about their rights on online platforms, highlighting low familiarity with the European Digital Services Act.

Aug 18, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has warned consumers about UltraCool, an online retailer selling SAPPH lingerie, due to numerous complaints regarding delivery issues and misleading branding.

Aug 14, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is intensifying its oversight of sustainability claims in the coffee and cocoa sectors due to a high number of potentially misleading assertions.

Aug 13, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is reminding online platforms of their obligations under the Digital Services Act as the general election approaches.

Aug 12, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has intervened to stop Cvneed from accepting new customers after receiving numerous complaints about unclear subscription terms.

Jul 25, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has postponed its decision regarding Apple's commission fees for dating app providers due to ongoing discussions with the European Commission. A final decision is expected before April 1, 2026.

Jul 24, 2025

Following an investigation by the Dutch competition authority, five energy suppliers have committed to better inform customers about early-termination fees, while one supplier remains under scrutiny.

Jul 23, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reports a successful increase in gas storage levels, but warns of high electricity prices during calm summer evenings due to weather dependency.

Jul 17, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is ramping up its scrutiny of unsolicited telemarketing calls, particularly from telecom and energy companies, following numerous consumer complaints.