Polish UOKiK Updates

May 12, 2025

The Polish competition authority has imposed fines on two companies for failing to pay their suppliers on time, highlighting the ongoing issue of payment delays in the economy.

May 9, 2025

The Polish competition authority has conducted an inspection of baby strollers, revealing significant labeling and mechanical defects in many models.

May 5, 2025

The Polish competition authority has initiated proceedings against Radaway for allegedly fixing bathroom equipment prices for nearly a decade, potentially harming consumers.

Apr 28, 2025

The Polish competition authority has launched an investigation into potential collusion between two waste management companies in Lublin, leading to searches of their offices.

Apr 22, 2025

The Polish competition authority has issued a warning to iGenius LLC, alleging that its business model resembles a pyramid scheme, posing financial risks to consumers.

Apr 14, 2025

The Polish competition authority, UOKiK, marks its 35th anniversary, reflecting on decades of promoting competition and consumer rights. In the last five years alone, UOKiK has issued over 4,800 decisions benefiting consumers.

Apr 11, 2025

The Polish competition authority has conducted a review of detergent labeling, revealing that 16% of products had significant compliance issues.

Apr 7, 2025

The Polish competition authority has granted conditional approval for Medicover to acquire 16 fitness clubs, requiring the sale of two locations to maintain competition.

Apr 2, 2025

The President of the Polish Competition Authority has updated guidelines for merger control, aiming to reduce the number of transactions that need to be reported by businesses.

Mar 31, 2025

The Polish competition authority has launched an investigation into potential anti-competitive agreements involving Electrolux and major retailers, following searches at their offices.

Mar 28, 2025

The Polish competition authority, alongside the European Commission, hosted a significant meeting of two key consumer protection networks to discuss future priorities and enforcement strategies.

Mar 28, 2025

The Polish competition authority emphasizes the importance of safety in playgrounds, urging owners and guardians to ensure secure environments for children.

Mar 26, 2025

The Polish competition authority is investigating two online platforms, BE Poland and GrowUp Session, to determine if they violate consumer interests by operating pyramid schemes that promise financial gains primarily through recruitment.

Mar 24, 2025

The Polish competition authority has launched an investigation into potentially misleading practices in the 'all risks' insurance market, focusing on consumer protection.

Mar 19, 2025

The Polish competition authority has issued fines totaling 1.1 million PLN for companies failing to cooperate during investigations into anti-competitive practices.