UK Competition & Markets Authority Updates

Oct 24, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has unveiled a new programme to aid the UK government's growth mission and Industrial Strategy, focusing on enhancing competition and innovation in key industries.

Oct 22, 2024

The government has announced plans to implement new consumer protections in the housebuilding market in response to the CMA's recommendations, including a consumer code for housebuilders and a New Homes Ombudsman service.

Oct 18, 2024

The CMA supports the Department of Education's move to introduce statutory guidance for school uniform policies to ensure affordability for parents and carers.

Oct 17, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued a warning to Springhead Funeral Services Limited for violating the Funerals Market Investigation Order 2021.

Oct 17, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued a warning to Nowakowski Ltd for violating the Funerals Market Investigation Order 2021.

Oct 17, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued a warning to James Henry Funeral Services for violating the Funerals Market Investigation Order 2021.

Oct 17, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued a warning letter to J Funerals for violating the Funerals Market Investigation Order 2021.

Oct 17, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued a warning to Harmony Group Holdings Ltd for breaching the Funerals Market Investigation Order 2021.

Oct 17, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has shared its insights in response to Consumer Scotland's inquiry into consumer protection in the market for energy efficiency and low carbon heating products in Scotland.

Oct 15, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has mandated Lindab to divest 2 sites following a Phase 2 merger inquiry, citing concerns of reduced choice and higher prices for ventilation system installers in Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent.

Oct 10, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provided feedback on the Scottish Law Commission's report regarding the review of contract law, following the enactment of the DMCC Act 2024.

Oct 9, 2024

The UK Competition Authority sends a reminder to unregulated legal service providers about their obligations under consumer law and directs them to compliance guidance by the CMA.

Oct 9, 2024

The CMA is cautioning unregulated legal service providers in the UK to ensure consumer protection and fair practices, with a focus on will writing and divorce services.

Oct 8, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) offers feedback on proposed reforms to the UK's National Planning Policy Framework, aligning with findings from a previous study on the housebuilding market.

Oct 2, 2024

Merger control decisions are vital for safeguarding consumer interests and economic growth, impacting various sectors like technology and pharmaceuticals. Competition law advisors play a key role in promoting fair competition and economic prosperity through effective merger control.