Martin Lewis has repeated an important message to Christmas shoppers as we head towards the big day.
Last year, the Money Saving Expert founder shared a number of top Christmas shopping tips. On Monday, he took to Twitter to remind people they have no legal right to have anything bought in stores refunded.
Along with a poll, he said: "Just writing my Christmas consumer rights guide.
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"Be honest, are you surprised when I say [you have] NO LEGAL RIGHT to return goods bought in store if u change their mind, or they don't fit when u get them home (though some stores allow it). You've only a legal return right if they're faulty."
While 50% of people said they were aware of the rule, some 30% said they were surprised, while 20% said they were "not sure".
Consumers have no legal right to return items bought from shops unless there is something wrong with them. Even then, there is a 30-day limit to bring items back.
Many shops do allow quibble-free returns for shop-bought items, but this is not guaranteed. This is further explained on an MSE article, which states: "When you buy goods they must be satisfactory quality, as described, fit for purpose, and last a reasonable length of time".
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