Dutch ACM Updates

Apr 24, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is urging food sector companies to review and clarify their sustainability claims to ensure consumer trust and compliance with regulations.

Apr 22, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is set to issue a new decision allowing prioritization of projects that serve major social objectives, such as schools and hospitals, for grid connections.

Apr 17, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is launching an investigation into telecom operators to determine if they are creating barriers that make it difficult for consumers to cancel their subscriptions.

Apr 14, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, warns that consumers face challenges in selecting energy contracts due to unclear resellers and early-termination fees. The authority is investigating these issues further.

Apr 9, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, warns of increasing energy bills but encourages households to save money by choosing better contracts. Starting this month, ACM will provide monthly updates on energy contract prices.

Apr 8, 2025

International Card Services will refund excessive interchange fees for its ICS Go Card after discussions with the Dutch competition authority, ACM, revealed misclassification of the card type.

Apr 3, 2025

The Dutch competition authority reports significant growth in fiber-optic connections, reaching 8.26 million, but highlights uneven roll-out across the country, particularly in rural and some urban areas.

Apr 3, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has announced that energy-sharing can significantly benefit energy communities and apartment buildings generating sustainable energy through shared resources.

Apr 3, 2025

The Dutch competition authority has conditionally approved FincoEnergies' acquisition of Oliehandel Klaas de Boer, requiring the sale of certain assets to maintain market competition.

Mar 28, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is ramping up its enforcement of telemarketing rules due to a surge in consumer complaints, with audits set to begin on July 1.

Mar 27, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, intervened to stop FixitFaster.nl from collecting debts after receiving numerous consumer complaints, leading the company to adjust its practices.

Mar 26, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need for clear decisions regarding the future of the electricity system to meet climate goals and ensure resource adequacy.

Mar 26, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has announced it requires additional time to assess numerous complaints regarding charges at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, with a decision expected in May.

Mar 21, 2025

The Dutch competition authority and European consumer authorities are pushing for clearer communication regarding in-game virtual currencies to enhance consumer protection.

Mar 18, 2025

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has released its 2024 annual report, emphasizing targeted interventions in energy, the digital economy, and sustainability to enhance market functionality.